- 3 pounds carrots, cut into 3- by 1/2-inch sticks
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh gingerroot
- In a kettle cover carrots with salted water by 2 inches and boil, uncovered, until tender, about 10 minutes.
- While carrots are cooking, cook honey, butter, and gingerroot over moderate heat, stirring, until butter is melted.
- Drain carrots well and in a bowl toss with honey glaze and salt and pepper to taste.