Steamed Brussels Carrots With Tangy Maple Sauce Recipes

STEAMED BRUSSELS & CARROTS WITH TANGY MAPLE SAUCE

Steps:

• Peel and slice your carrots and cut the stems off of your brussels sprouts. If you have any too big sprouts, cut them in half so they are about the same size as all the pieces, so you have even cooking.
• Put the veggies into a steamer with lid and steam for 15 minutes until fork tender.
• Meanwhile, mix together the vinegar, syrup, oil, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette.
• After steaming, pour the veggies into a bowl with the nuts and pour the vinaigrette over them.
• Toss to coat then serve!

MAPLE-BRAISED CARROTS

Steps:

• Trim and peel 1 1/2 pounds carrots; halve lengthwise and crosswise. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons grated ginger and cook 30 seconds. Add the carrots, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 4 strips lemon zest, 2 thyme sprigs, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, a pinch of cayenne and 1/2 cup water; stir. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until tender but still saucy, 15 minutes. Discard the thyme; top with chopped chives.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS, BABY CARROTS, AND PECANS IN A MAPLE SAUCE

Steps:

• Place brussels sprouts and carrots in a large saucepan ;cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute pecans and chili powder in butter for 2-3 minutes. Drain vegetables;add to pecan mixture. Stir in the maple syrup , vinegar and salt. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until brussels sprouts are tender. Serve with a slotted spoon.