Do I need to peel the carrots?

Technically no, especially if they are organic carrots - you can just give them a good scrub. I like to peel them just for the prettier look.

Can I use baby cut carrots for this recipe?

You can! Because they are bigger than the sliced carrots, they will need more cooking time - about 20 minutes or so.

How can I tell when the carrots are done?

A small knife should go in easily. If the water has been absorbed and the carrots aren't tender enough yet, just add a little more water and cook for a few more minutes.

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Carrots with Thyme

Carrots with fresh thyme on a white plate.

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A quick, simple recipe that blends sweet carrots with thyme for the perfect side dish to chicken, beef or fish. It’s the side dish you’ve been looking for!

Author: Kate Morgan Jackson
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 1x
Category: Side Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 1/2 pounds carrots cut on the diagonal into 1/2 inch slices
1 tablespoon butter
4 sprigs thyme, leaves stripped off, plus extra for garnish if you like.
1/2 cup water
Sea salt

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Instructions

Combine carrots, butter, thyme and water in a large skillet, and bring to a simmer.
Cook until the water is absorbed and the carrots are tender, about 10 minutes. You can check for doneness by poking one piece with a paring knife – it should go in easily. If your carrots need more time, add a little more water.
Season to taste with sea salt and serve!

Notes

Carrots: We like getting regular old carrots and cutting them on the diagonal into slices, but you can use baby carrots (they will need longer to cook), or you can cut them into long strips – you be you, carrot-wise!

Fresh Thyme: Look for this herb in the produce section of your supermarket. You can also sub in fresh oregano or even mint if you prefer.

Find it online: https://www.framedcooks.com/carrots-with-thyme/