Post by JJ Judkins on Sept 27, 2007 17:39:46 GMT -6
Glazed Apricot Carrots with Peppers
Source: Healthy Helpings/MealLeaniYumm!
Carrots are traditionally served to symbolize wishes for a sweet,
bountiful year. This recipe is sure to become a family favourite -
it's quick, easy, healthy and yummy!
2 lb. carrots, peeled and sliced
1 red pepper, diced
1 onion, diced
1/4 cup apricot jam (preferably low-sugar)
2 tbsp. fresh dill, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Slice carrots 1/2 inch thick. Cook in boiling salted water until
nearly tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Add red pepper and onion and
simmer 4 or 5 minutes longer. Drain well and return to heat. Stir in
jam and dill; mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Makes 6 servings
Nutritional Information
100 calories per serving, 0.4 g fat (0.1 g saturated), 0 mg
cholesterol, 2 g protein, 24 g carbohydrate, 96 mg sodium, 381 mg
potassium, 1 mg iron, 5 g fiber, 50 mg calcium.
Source: Healthy Helpings/MealLeaniYumm!
Carrots are traditionally served to symbolize wishes for a sweet,
bountiful year. This recipe is sure to become a family favourite -
it's quick, easy, healthy and yummy!
2 lb. carrots, peeled and sliced
1 red pepper, diced
1 onion, diced
1/4 cup apricot jam (preferably low-sugar)
2 tbsp. fresh dill, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Slice carrots 1/2 inch thick. Cook in boiling salted water until
nearly tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Add red pepper and onion and
simmer 4 or 5 minutes longer. Drain well and return to heat. Stir in
jam and dill; mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Makes 6 servings
Nutritional Information
100 calories per serving, 0.4 g fat (0.1 g saturated), 0 mg
cholesterol, 2 g protein, 24 g carbohydrate, 96 mg sodium, 381 mg
potassium, 1 mg iron, 5 g fiber, 50 mg calcium.