Autumn Rum Glazed Carrots

Autumn Rum Glazed Carrots

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine
• 3 pounds (16 carrots) whole medium carrots, trimmed
• 1⁄2 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup dark rum
• 1⁄4 cup raisins
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper

Cooking Directions

1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. 
2. Add the carrots and toss to coat with the butter. 
3. Cook, turning every 10 minutes, until just tender and beginning to brown, about 30 minutes.
4. Combine the brown sugar, rum, raisins, and pepper in a bowl; mix well. 
5. Pour evenly over the carrots. 
6. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
7. Spoon into a bowl and serve hot .