Win Over the Carrot-Haters with Honey Miso Glazed Carrots

Ever have trouble getting your kids (or grown kids) to eat carrots? This is an easy side that's sure to get even the most ardent carrot hater hooked. Tender and sweet with a delicious sweet and savory honey miso glaze coating each morsel, this makes for a delicious side that works just as well alongside an Asian main, or as part of your Thanksgiving spread.

The trick to getting them tender is to par-boil the carrots first. Then they're pan-fried in a bit of oil before a sauce made of miso, honey and dry white wine gets added to caramelize around the outside of each carrot. It only takes about 15 minutes to put together, but if you're pressed for time, you can parboil the carrots and mix the sauce ahead of time, which will cut the time down to about 5 minutes.

Try doing this with other root vegetables such as sweet potatoes, parsnips or even beets! You can also add a protein such as chicken, pork or tofu before browning the carrots to turn this simple side into a hearty main.