Caramel Apples and Carrots
Take your meal to the next level with our hearty side dish of Caramel Apples and Carrots, combining caramelized apples with carrots for a savory-sweet delight.
Recommended Apple Variety:
Empire, Gala, Ginger Gold, Golden Delicious, Ida Red, Jonagold, Jonathan, McIntosh, Paula Red, Rome
Ingredients:
- 3 cups sliced, peeled Michigan Apples of your choice
- 1 1/2 cups peeled baby carrots
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons margarine
- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup dried tart cherries
Serving Size:
- 6 Servings
Nutrition:
Per serving, 1/2 cup
- 170 Calories
- 2 g Fat
- 0 mg Cholesterol
- 39 g Carbohydrates
- 80 mg Sodium
- 2 g Fiber
Directions:
- Place Michigan Apples, carrots, water and salt in 3-quart saucepan.
- Cover and cook over medium heat until water starts to boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes. Drain.
- Add remaining ingredients, tossing gently until combined.
- Cook over medium heat 3 minutes longer or until sugar is dissolved and apples are glazed.
- Serve hot.
Variation:
- Substitute 1 can (21 oz.) sliced Michigan Apples, drained, for fresh apples. Add apples at same time as sugar.
