CARROTS AND PEARL ONIONS

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A touch of sugar gives this thyme-seasoned veggie side a slightly sweet flavor. Serve sprinkled with parsley. -Sharon Arendt Schaumburg, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups water
1/2 pound fresh pearl onions, peeled
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1 pound carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 bay leaf
3 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add pearl onions; boil for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel. , In the same pan, cook onions in butter and 3/4 teaspoon sugar over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently. , Add the carrots, bacon, broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper and remaining sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are tender. , Uncover; return to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half. Discard bay leaf. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Bella Norman
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Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Rj dip Joy
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I will definitely be making this dish again.


Betty Mentoor
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This recipe is a keeper!


Unfinishbiznesslibra
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Yum!


Sabrin Yunis
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I love this recipe! The carrots and pearl onions are always cooked perfectly and the glaze is delicious. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


G Sagheer
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover carrots and pearl onions. The glaze is really tasty and the vegetables are cooked perfectly.


Richard Copeland
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the carrots and pearl onions. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Ratna Kazi
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These carrots and pearl onions were delicious! The glaze was perfectly balanced and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Huntsville Junkers
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This recipe is a winner! The carrots and pearl onions are perfectly glazed and have a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


nosa aj
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I love this recipe! The carrots and pearl onions are always cooked perfectly and the glaze is to die for. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Laona Mullings
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The carrots and pearl onions were cooked perfectly and the glaze was so flavorful. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


pistol Shoota
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The carrots and pearl onions were so flavorful and the glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Charlene Howell
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These carrots and pearl onions were a hit at my dinner party! The glaze was perfectly sweet and tangy, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this dish again!