Glazed Carrots

Description
Cinnamon and cayenne pepper give this dish a North African flavor. Want more spice? Add more cayenne pepper.
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 * Cook Time: 25 minutes
 * Serves: 6

Ingredients

 * 12 medium carrots (2 lbs), peeled and ends removed
 * ½ Tbsp butter
 * ½ Tbsp canola oil
 * 2 Tbsp orange juice
 * ½ tsp salt
 * ¼ tsp cinnamon
 * ¼ tsp cayenne pepper

Directions

 * 1) Slice carrots to create coin-like pieces.
 * 2) Heat butter and canola oil in a skillet.
 * 3) Add carrots and sauté for 5 minutes.
 * 4) Add the rest of the ingredients.
 * 5) Cook until carrots are tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

Tip

 * Cut carrots into pieces of the same size to cook more evenly.

Variation

 * Try this recipe with other vegetables, such as squash or cabbage. Use 2 lbs or 4 cups of chopped squash or chopped cabbage.