Honey glazed carrots with zesty gremolata

Blossom Bees' Honey-Glazed Carrots With Carrot Top Gremolata

Makes: 8 servings
Active Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients:

• 5 pounds small carrots (with tops)
• 4 tablespoons butter (cut into small cubes)
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Blossom Bees' honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 small garlic cloves (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (grated)
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions:

1. Cook Carrots:
   • Put carrots, butter, orange juice, honey, and salt in a big pot.
   • Cover the pot and cook on medium heat for 10–12 minutes until carrots are a little soft.
2. Make Gremolata:
   • Wash and chop the carrot tops.
   • Mix the chopped carrot tops with garlic, lemon zest, olive oil, and a little salt in a small bowl.
3. Finish Cooking Carrots:
   • Take the cover off the pot and cook for another 8–10 minutes, stirring sometimes, until the sauce is thick.
   • Turn off the heat and add lemon juice and cayenne pepper. Taste and add more salt if needed.
4. Serve:
   • Put the carrots on a plate and sprinkle the carrot top mixture on top.

Cook's Note:

• Look for carrots about 1/2"–3/4" in diameter at the widest end. Larger carrots can be halved or quartered lengthwise, as needed.

Pairing Suggestions:

• Spring Symphony: Use Blossom Bees' Spring Wildflower Honey for a lighter, aromatic twist, complementing the carrots' natural sweetness.
• Autumn Richness: Use Blossom Bees' Autumn Wildflower Honey to add a comforting richness, perfectly harmonizing with the earthy carrot flavors.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 175
• Total Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 240mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 25g
• Dietary Fiber: 6g
• Sugars: 15g
• Protein: 2g