Copper Pennies Recipe
🥕 Description: Make and share this Copper Pennies recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. These sweet and tangy carrots are perfect for potlucks and quick meals.
🕒 Cook Time: 1 minute
🕒 Prep Time: 6 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 7 minutes
🍽 Recipe Category: Vegetable
🔍 Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Potluck, < 15 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 567.1
- Fat: 28.2g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1002.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 79.2g
- Fiber: 6.4g
- Sugar: 65.4g
- Protein: 3.3g
👨🍳 Recipe Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 5 carrots
- 1/2 onion
- 1 green pepper
- 1 cup vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup prepared mustard
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions:
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Prepare Carrots: Begin by putting the carrots in a medium-sized bowl.
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Prepare Dressing: In a saucepan, mix together the vinegar, sugar, prepared mustard, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
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Cook: Once the mixture is boiling, let it cook for 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Combine: Pour the hot dressing over the carrots in the bowl. Using a spoon or tongs, stir well to ensure all the carrots are coated evenly with the sweet and tangy dressing.
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Serve: Your Copper Pennies are now ready to serve! Enjoy these delightful carrots as a side dish, or bring them along to your next potluck for a tasty and colorful addition to the table.
Tips:
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of your favorite herbs or spices to the dressing mixture.
- If you prefer a bit of heat, you can add a dash of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes to the dressing for a spicy twist.
- These Copper Pennies can be served warm or chilled, making them versatile for any occasion.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding additional vegetables such as sliced bell peppers or thinly sliced onions for extra crunch and flavor.
With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of these Copper Pennies to add a burst of color and flavor to any meal. Whether you’re serving them as a side dish or bringing them to a gathering, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
