Carrots with Shallots, Sage, and Thyme

Tender carrot sticks glazed with aromatics, featuring sweet shallots, fresh sage and thyme, finished with a touch of nutmeg. A sophisticated side dish that pairs perfectly with poultry or roasted meats.

8 servings
40 min

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds carrots, peeled
  • 1 cup chicken stock or reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ pound shallots, thinly sliced
  • ½ stick unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup chopped sage
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cut carrots into 3-by 1/2-inch sticks.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Bring stock to a boil with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a 12-inch heavy skillet. Add carrots and simmer, covered, until just tender, about 15 minutes.

    15 min

  3. 3.

    Remove lid and boil until most of liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Cook shallots in butter with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden- brown, about 6 minutes.

    6 min

  5. 5.

    Add sage, thyme, and nutmeg and cook, stirring, until very fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.

    2 min

  6. 6.

    Remove from heat and return carrots to skillet, tossing to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

    2 min

  7. 7.

    Josmeyer Les Folastries Gewürztraminer '05

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