Larry Patten of Fresno, California is always looking for new ways to prepare vegetables, so he was happy to be served some wonderful carrots at a wedding in Bellingham, Washington. The food at the event was handled by Elegant Affairs Catering.

Makes 6 servings.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2pounds carrots, peeled, cut diagonally into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
  • 1cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/4cup (1/2 stick) butter
  • 2tablespoons sugar
  • 1 1/2tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger
  • 2tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

    DIRECTIONS

    Place carrots, orange juice, butter, sugar and ginger in large skillet over medium-high heat. Bring to boil; cover and cook 3 minutes. Uncover and simmer until liquid glazes carrots, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.