Description
Delicious and tender Crockpot Carrots cooked to perfection with olive oil, honey, thyme, and butter, offering a flavorful and easy side dish that requires minimal preparation and uses slow cooking to bring out the natural sweetness of the carrots.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into 6 pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Peel all the carrots and cut each carrot in half lengthwise to ensure even cooking.
- Toss the Carrots: In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots with olive oil, honey, dried thyme, and kosher salt. Toss everything until the carrots are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned carrots into a slow cooker, spreading them out evenly. Arrange the cold butter pieces evenly on top of the carrots.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours until the carrots are tender and infused with the flavors of honey, thyme, and butter. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Peeling and halving the carrots ensures quicker and even cooking.
- Adjust the cooking time depending on your slow cooker’s heat level; check for tenderness after 2 hours.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of black pepper or fresh parsley before serving.
- Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness of the dish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
