Baby Carrots With Raspberry Glaze

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   In a large skillet with a tightly fitting lid, combine the carrots, honey, salt, pepper, ginger and 4 tablespoons of the butter.

2. 2

   Add cup water to the pan and bring to a simmer over high heat.

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   Cover the pan, reduce the heat and simmer until the carrots are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain the carrots, reserving the liquid, and transfer the carrots to a platter and keep warm.

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   Meanwhile, puree 1 cup of the raspberries in a blender and pass through a fine mesh strainer or a food mill.

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   Discard the solids.

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   Pour the puree into a small pot and add 1/2 teaspoon of the sugar.

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   Add the reserved liquid from the carrots and bring to a boil.

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   Reduce heat and simmer until the mixture is reduced by half, about 4 minutes.

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    Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.

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    Now, place the remaining tablespoon of butter and teaspoon of sugar in a small skillet set over medium heat.

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    Once the butter is melted, add the remaining 1/2 cup of raspberries and saute until the berries are just softened, about 30 seconds.

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    Spoon the reduced sauce over the carrots, garnish with the sauteed berries, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.