Description

This is an absolutely perfect side dish recipe for special occasions, but don't wait. They'll be a big hit with everyone because they're delicious and with you because they're so easy to make.

Ingredients

• 11-12 carrots, 2 - 2 1/2 lb., peeled, sliced on the diagonal in 1 1/2 in. pieces
• 7 T. butter, divided
• 1/2 c. Jim Beam bourbon
• 1/3 c. packed light brown sugar
• salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 2 T. chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Steps

1. Melt 2 T. butter in a large skillet over high heat. Add carrots before butter begins to brown; saute for 6 - 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and starting to get tender. Transfer carrots to a large dish; set aside.
2. Return skillet to the heat; reduce heat to medium. Add bourbon; cook, stirring to de-glaze the skillet. It will reduce a lot and almost disappear. Add remaining butter and brown sugar to the skillet; stir; add browned carrots; bring to a good simmer. Reduce heat to low; cover; cook 3 - 4 minutes or until carrots are fork tender. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Transfer to a serving dish. Serve garnished with chives.