Carrots Sautéed In Bay Leaf Recipes

CARROTS SAUTéED IN BAY LEAF

Steps:

• Add oil to large non stick skillet. Swirl to coat.
• Add Bay Leaves to infuse the oil.
• Add carrots and water.
• Partially cover the pan and cook for 10 minutes until carrots are almost tender
• Add salt and pepper to taste, increase heat to medium-high and cook for approximately 4 minutes, until carrots are tender and lightly browned.
• Stir frequently.
• These directions are so easy, they can be adjusted for time, amount of bay leaves, etc.
• I have also used with sage and rosemary. All variations are delicious!
• If you like a softer carrot, cook longer, shorter time for more crunch.

LEEK AND CARROT SOUP

Steps:

• Bring your stock to the boil, add the leeks, carrots and bay leaf.
• Bring back to the boil, then simmer for 20 to 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
• Let cool slightly, remove the bay leaf, puree the soup in a food processor or with a hand blender to your own liking.
• Add the milk, if you find the soup is too thick add some more milk or water, adjust the seasoning and serve, with or without the cream.

ALGERIAN CARROTS

Steps:

• Place a steamer insert into a saucepan, and fill with 1 1/2 cups of water, or just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover, and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the sliced carrots, reduce the heat to medium, and cover the pan again. Steam until tender but not mushy, 4 to 6 minutes depending on the thickness of the slices. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
• Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the salt, pepper, cinnamon, cumin, garlic, and thyme. Cook the spices and garlic, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Add the 1/2 cup reserved cooking liquid and the bay leaf, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
• Stir in the carrots, tossing well to coat with the spice mixture, and cook until heated through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon juice and remove the bay leaf before serving.