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Usually when I make carrots, they’re roasted. It’s a super simple way to make them, and produces a tender, sweet bite every time. Recently, when flipping through a copy of Paula Deen’s magazine though, I spied a recipe for her Herbed Carrots and decided to give it a whirl.

A really simple process, I was quite surprised as to how quickly they lost their crunch and turned into a tender, buttery morsel. Next time, I’d cut back on the butter just a smidge, but I’d definitely make them again, and they were perfect with the Roast Chicken and potatoes I served.

Herbed Carrots
Recipe courtesy of Paula Deen

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 large carrots, sliced to 1/4-inch thickness
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

In a small skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat until butter is melted. Add thyme and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add carrots, salt and pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes or until carrots are crisp tender. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired.

Yield: 2 servings