These Buttered Carrots are an easy and delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. Made with fresh, tender carrots coated in butter and lightly seasoned, this recipe brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots while adding a rich, buttery flavor. Whether you’re serving them for a holiday feast, Sunday dinner, or a quick weeknight meal, these buttery carrots are a simple and flavorful addition to your table. Perfect for picky eaters and a great way to add a pop of color to your plate!
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Can I use whole carrots instead of baby carrots?
Yes! Baby carrots so simple. But, You can use whole carrots. Just cut them into similar sized pieces and adjust cooking time as needed.
2. How do I make these buttered carrots sweet?
Try adding a teaspoon of honey when adding the butter, for a little sweetness.
3. Can I make buttered carrots ahead of time?
Yes! Cook them as directed before adding the butter and seasonings. Let them cool, and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to reheat, heat in a sauce pan with the butter, and seasonings.
4. What herbs go well with buttered carrots?
Fresh parsley, thyme, or a sprinkle of dill can add a delicious burst of flavor to this dish.
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Ingredients Needed for Buttered Carrots:
- 3 cups baby carrots
- 2 cubes chicken bouillon cubes
- 1 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- parsley, to garnish

Instructions for Buttered Carrots:
- Place baby carrots in a pot that has a lid.
- Cover carrots with water and add two chicken bouillon cubes. Cover and bring to a boil.
- Continue boiling for 10 to 15 minutes and checking for desired tenderness. Cook longer if you like them more tender or if you are cooking for little children that need them very soft.
- When carrots are desired tenderness, drain the water and add butter, salt and pepper to carrots in the pot.
- Stir to blend flavors and melt butter.
- Place in a bowl and garnish with dried parsley (or fresh if desired)
- Enjoy this simple side dish!
- NOTE: Just add butter, if desired. Kids may like these best just buttered.

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Buttered Carrots
A simple and yummy side dish recipe.
Ingredients
- 3 cups baby carrots
- 2 cubes chicken bouillon cubes
- 1 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- parsley to garnish
Instructions
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Place baby carrots in a pot that has a lid.
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Cover carrots with water and add two chicken bouillon cubes. Cover and bring to a boil.
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Continue boiling for 10 to 15 minutes and checking for desired tenderness. Cook longer if you like them more tender or if you are cooking for little children that need them very soft.
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When carrots are desired tenderness, drain the water and add butter, salt and pepper to carrots in the pot.
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Stir to blend flavors and melt butter.
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Place in a bowl and garnish with dried parsley (or fresh if desired)
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Enjoy this simple side dish!
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NOTE: Just add butter, if desired. Kids may like these best just buttered.
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