Oh Yeah Baby Glazed Carrots

Ingredients

1 (1-pound) bag baby carrots
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Place all the ingredients in a medium, heavy saucepan.
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and the sauce becomes a shiny glaze, about 15 minutes.
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Using an oven mitt or pot holder, remove from the heat and serve.
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Yield: 4 to 6 servings
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