Bourbon Carrots - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. carrots, peeled
1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
3 1/2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2 tsp. salt (plus more, if necessary)
1 1/2 c. water
freshly ground pepper to taste
2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar
2 Tbsp. bourbon
1 1/2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Preparation

Cut carrots diagonally into 1/4-inch slices.
In heavy saucepan, combine carrots, granulated sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook, until carrots are tender when pierced with a knife, 10 to 15 minutes.
Drain carrots, taste and add more salt, if needed.
Add pepper.