Glazed Sprouts and Carrots

Side Dishes

This recipe uses simple seasonings to turn this vegetable duo into a special side dish. It complements any dinner menu.

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.

Ingredients

1/2 cup water
1 cup halved fresh Brussels sprouts
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup orange juice

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add vegetables. Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until almost tender; drain and return to pan.
2. Combine the cornstarch, sugar, salt if desired, nutmeg and orange juice; stir until smooth. Pour over the vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 37 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 176mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
1 vegetable.