Ingredients

3 tablespoons dark-brown sugar

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

2 1/2 pounds baby carrots, peeled and trimmed

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped

Coarse salt and ground pepper

Preparation

In a large straight-sided skillet, bring 1 1/3 cups water, brown sugar, and butter to a boil over high. Add carrots and reduce heat. Partially cover and simmer until slightly tender, 10 minutes. Uncover and cook, gently tossing often, until carrots are tender and glazed, about 6 minutes. Stir in thyme and cook 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.