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6) Buttered Noodles with Steamed Carrots and Honey Drizzle

My kids eat the noodles first. Every time. Then they pick at the carrots, which is honestly fine by me because the carrots are still getting eaten. The honey drizzle makes the carrots feel like a treat rather than a vegetable situation.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz egg noodles
  • 2 cups sliced carrots about 3 medium
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp honey plus extra for picky tasters
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1 tbsp grated Parmesan

Method
 

  1. Boil noodles in salted water until tender, 7-9 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
  2. Steam carrots until soft, about 6-8 minutes. Test with a fork.
  3. Add butter to hot noodles and stir until melted. Season with a pinch of salt.
  4. Toss carrots with a teaspoon of honey. Add extra honey on the side if needed.
  5. Serve noodles topped with steamed carrots and a light honey drizzle. Sprinkle Parmesan if using.