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Brown Butter Vanilla Bean Carrots Recipe Perfect for Dinner

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Transform humble carrots into a luxurious, flavorful side dish with nutty brown butter and sweet vanilla. Perfect for any occasion, these carrots are tender, caramelized, and unforgettable.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh whole carrots, peeled and sliced into even-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
  • 1–2 tablespoons honey
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • Fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel the carrots, trim the ends, and slice them into even-sized sticks or rounds, about ½ inch thick.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons (57g) of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir as the butter melts, foams, and turns golden brown. Watch for a toasty, nutty aroma.
  3. Add the scraped vanilla bean (or 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract) to the brown butter and stir to combine.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the carrots to the skillet. Toss them in the brown butter mixture until well coated.
  5. Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons (15-30ml) of honey over the carrots and stir gently to distribute the sweetness evenly.
  6. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the carrots and stir again. Cover the skillet and let the carrots cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and starting to caramelize.
  7. Uncover the skillet and increase the heat to medium-high for 2-3 minutes to allow some of the edges to brown slightly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

[‘Keep an eye on the butter while browning to avoid burning.’, ‘Use evenly-sized carrots for consistent cooking.’, ‘Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper caramelization.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.’]

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Keywords: brown butter, vanilla bean, carrots, side dish, holiday recipe, quick recipe, easy recipe, vegetable side dish

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