Description
A delicious side dish combining the sweetness of maple syrup with the savory flavor of bacon, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound baby carrots
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the baby carrots to the skillet and sauté in the bacon drippings for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the maple syrup and butter, and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
- Stir in the cooked bacon before serving.
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Notes
- For a healthier option, you can use turkey bacon.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup based on your sweetness preference.
- These carrots can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Maple Bacon Carrots