Ingredients

2 cups water

3 ounces (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter

2 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon salt

2 pounds baby carrots, greens trimmed but left intact

3 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger

1 jalapeno chile, stemmed and thinly sliced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Preparation

Bring water, butter, honey, and salt to a boil in a large saucepan. Add carrots, ginger, and jalapeno. Reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until carrots are tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer carrots and pan juices to a serving dish, and toss with parsley. Serve warm.