Jackleen’s Velvet Carrots 🥕
Description: I got this recipe from a military community cookbook called “Dreadnought Delights.” It is very easy to throw together and is nicer than just ho-hum buttered carrots. This is a very different way to serve carrots – baby carrots in a rich, velvety sauce with a tang of orange. Cook time is allowing for precooking your carrots and also heating the sauce, but is a rough guess.
Recipe Category: Vegetable 🥦
Keywords: Low Protein, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy 🕒🍳
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 112.5
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7g
- Cholesterol: 15.3mg
- Sodium: 129.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 14.3g
- Fiber: 2.2g
- Sugar: 9.3g
- Protein: 1.1g
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 2 |
| Margarine | 1 |
| Vanilla Extract | 3/4 |
| Ground Cinnamon | 1/4 |
| Fresh Parsley | 1/8 |
Instructions:
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Cook the Carrots: Begin by cooking your carrots until very tender. You can achieve this by boiling them in water, steaming, or using the microwave. Ensure they are soft enough to blend smoothly.
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Blend Carrots: Take just 1/2 cup of the cooked carrots and place them into a blender. Set aside the remaining carrots for later use.
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Add Ingredients: To the blender containing the cooked carrots, add the melted butter, orange juice, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
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Blend Smooth: Place the cover on the blender securely and blend the mixture on medium speed until it forms a smooth, velvety sauce.
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Combine with Remaining Carrots: Transfer the blended sauce into a medium saucepan and add the remaining cooked carrots, the ones you left whole.
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Warm Through: Heat the sauce and carrots mixture until warmed through over medium-low heat. This will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley just before serving. This adds a pop of color and freshness to the dish.
This delightful recipe for Jackleen’s Velvet Carrots is a unique and flavorful way to enjoy this humble vegetable. With its rich, velvety sauce and hints of orange and cinnamon, it’s sure to elevate any meal. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want something a little different. Try it out and impress your family and friends with this delicious dish!
