A Sweet Southern Side Dish with Simple Ingredients
Glazed Honey Carrots are a classic Southern side dish that combines tender carrots with the natural sweetness of honey and a touch of bright lemon flavor. Simple to prepare and full of comforting flavor, this recipe makes an excellent accompaniment to holiday meals, Sunday dinners, or everyday family suppers.
This version from Big Mama’s Old Black Pot Recipes by Ethel Rayson Dixon transforms ordinary carrots into a buttery, lightly glazed vegetable dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, baked ham, fried chicken, or pork chops.
Ingredients
- 3 cups sliced carrots
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Place the water and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a brisk boil.
- Add the sliced carrots and return the mixture to a boil.
- Stir in the honey, butter, and lemon juice.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
- Cook until the carrots are tender and the glaze has coated the vegetables, stirring occasionally during cooking.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Closing Summary / Pro Tips
- These glazed carrots are sweet, buttery, and perfectly tender.
- Honey and lemon juice create a balanced glaze that enhances the carrots’ natural flavor.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with ham, turkey, roasted chicken, or pork.
- Easy enough for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for holiday tables.
💡 Pro Tip: Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving for a pop of color and fresh flavor.
About the Creator
Ethel Rayson Dixon, a Louisiana native, shares recipes inspired by generations of Southern home cooking. Her cookbook highlights comforting dishes rooted in Black culinary traditions and celebrates the warmth of homemade meals prepared with simple ingredients and care.
Ethel Rayson Dixon | Big Mama’s Old Black Pot Recipes
Where to Find This Recipe
This recipe is adapted from Big Mama’s Old Black Pot Recipes by Ethel Rayson Dixon.
Find more amazing recipes like this in the book, available through local booksellers and online retailers.
