ONION-BACON BABY CARROTS

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I came up with this side dish for Thanksgiving, and it was a big hit. Now it has a place at our holiday table as well as impromptu get-togethers with family and friends. -Diana Morrison Poole, Rock Hill, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large sweet onions, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds fresh baby carrots, halved lengthwise
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup french-fried onions
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook onions in oil over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. , In a large bowl, combine the onions, carrots, salt and pepper; toss to combine. Transfer to a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until tender. , Stir in syrup and butter. Sprinkle with french-fried onions and bacon. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until fried onions are browned. Sprinkle with green onions. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Gerard Ramosoeu
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


Mighty_ Tiger032
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I've tried this recipe with different types of vegetables, such as parsnips and turnips, and they all turn out great.


Md Jahid
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These carrots are also great served cold as a salad.


Ofelia Zepeda
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I like to add a little bit of brown sugar to the carrots to give them a sweeter flavor.


Mustafa Ansari
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon.


Ayoub Boudjatat
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the carrots and asked for the recipe.


Willie Peterson
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These carrots are so good! They're a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


sad story
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can throw it together in a few minutes and it's always a delicious side dish.


Neil Kale
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The carrots are always cooked to perfection and the bacon adds just the right amount of flavor.


tabitha boggess
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This recipe was a hit! The carrots were perfectly tender and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor.