Carrots are gently infused with a sweet, minty flavor.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
4 large fresh mint sprigs plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 pound baby carrots with some green tops attached, peeled
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
Fleur de sel or coarse kosher salt
Preparation
Place mint sprigs in bottom of large saucepan; place steamer rack in pan. Add just enough water to touch bottom of steamer rack; place carrots on rack. Cover pan and steam over high heat until carrots are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on size. Transfer carrots to bowl; toss with butter and chopped mint. Sprinkle with fleur de sel and pepper and serve.
