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Whisky-Glazed Parsnips and Carrots

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  • ACTIVE:
  • TOTAL TIME: 35 MIN
  • SERVINGS: 12
  • •FAST
  • •HEALTHY
  • •MAKE-AHEAD
  • •VEGETARIAN

  1. 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butter
  2. 1/2 cup whisky
  3. 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  4. 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 2-by-1/2-inch sticks
  5. 1 pound tender young parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-by-1/2-inch sticks
  6. Salt and freshly ground pepper
  1. In a large, deep skillet, melt the butter with the whisky and brown sugar. Stir in the carrots and parsnips. Press a round of parchment paper directly onto the vegetables. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook over moderate heat until the vegetables are tender and the liquid is almost evaporated, 15 minutes. Uncover and cook, tossing, until the vegetables are coated in a thick syrup, 1 to 2 minutes. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper and serve.