Christmas Carrots
Tender, caramelized carrots cooked in a flavorful blend of butter, sugar, and aromatic star anise. This simple side dish boasts a delicate balance of sweetness and savory notes, perfect for complementing any main course.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 9 medium carrots
- 250g/9oz butter
- 150g/5½oz sugar
- 3 tsp salt
- 4 star anise
Instructions
- Use a clean scourer to smooth the carrots and remove any peel marks (optional).
- In a pan combine 400ml/14fl oz of water, the butter, sugar, salt and star anise. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and add the carrots. Cook until the carrots are tender (approximately 45 minutes) and the volume of liquid has reduced by half.
- Serve the carrots as a side dish with the reduced cooking liquid poured over.
Cook Time
30M
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Serves 4
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