1 lb large carrots
3 tbsp butter
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 tbsp french dijon mustard
2 tbsp minced parsley
3 each green onions, chopped fine
Directions
Peel the carrots and cut into thin sliced. Place the butter in a 4
cup microwave safe dish. Melt 1 minute at high. Add the carrots and
the water. Stir well, cover. Microwave 7 minutes at high. Stir, then
add the remaining ingredients. Stir until well mixed. Microwave,
uncovered, 5 to 7 minutes at medium, stirring 2 or 3 times during the
cooking period.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Vegetable
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