Balsamic Basil Carrots

ladypit's Note:

We really enjoyed this for dinner and I couldn't find a recipe quite like it on recipezaar. This was lovely with ham and a salad. From a Weight Watcher's cookbook. Each serving is 1 point.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 lb carrot
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon spicy brown mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄8; teaspoon ground pepper

Directions:

1. Peel the carrots and slice them. Put them in a pan with the cup of water. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat. Simmer for about 10 minutes or until soft (but not mushy). Drain and return to the pan.
2. While the carrots are cooking combine the other ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well to combine.
3. When the carrots are drained add the vinegar mixture and return to the heat. Stir frequently for 2 minutes.
4. Serve warm.

Reviews

[bricookie55]

This was such a quick, easy side dish. We really enjoyed it. I used fresh basil, which was delicious. I ended up adding salt, though. But this was still a great recipe. Thank you!

[evewitch]

I think I would usually rate this a 3 or 4. I didn't think it was awesome, but it was good. Directions were easy. I just don't think my family likes cooked carrots very much, and I served it with Spicy Buffalo Wings (I know, weird choice), so it was definitely overshadowed. I might make this again with a roast or something to get a more accurate picture of the flavor.

[La vie Boheme]

Very tasty! I made this as a side dish with dinner last night and it was very yummy! I will definitely save this recipe for future use. I love coked carrots and it's nice to find a recipe that's not sweet (although I love maple glaze carrots!) Sweet just doesn't go well with everything. This made a great side to a sausage pasta bake & fresh sourdough bread.