Mashed Carrots
Swap mashed potatoes for this Mashed Carrots dish! Between the carrots, butter, garlic, maple syrup and thyme, this side dish strikes the perfect balance of salty and sweet.
30 mins
6 Serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 lb. carrots, peeled & cut into chunks
- 3 cloves garlic
- 6 tbsp. Schnucks unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. Schnucks black pepper
- 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves, divided
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, add carrots, garlic and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until carrots are very tender, 15–20 minutes. Drain.
- Return carrots and garlic to pot and add butter, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Mash until smooth. Stir in 1 tsp. thyme, then transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with remaining thyme.
Nutrition Facts
183 Calories Per ServingFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 265mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 4gSugars: 11gProtein: 2gActual nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used and/or modifications to the recipe