Mixing carrots & orange juice give a good serving of vitamin A & C.
Ingredients
- 500g sliced carrots
- 20g Butter
- 10g Thyme
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cups Water
Method
- Peel carrots and Slice
- Place into hot saucepan on medium heat melt the butter then add water with orange juice simmer 1 minute
- Add carrots and sugar, cover with lid and cook on medium heat for 20 mins on low heat
- Drain carrots they should have a nice glaze, finish with fresh thyme or tarragon.
Why carrots are so great
Carrots are the richest source of beta-carotene, which is important compound in its role a precursor to vitamin A production, also is known as a inner body cancer fighter in its own right.
There is a strong link between regular carrot consumption and reduced cancer risks, recent experiment have shown in some cases that carrot can reverse the malignant changes in cells.
Vitamin A has a strong role as it helps skin, heart & liver function and healthy eyesight, this is not saying you will be able to see night but beta-carotene does help vision.
Also you can find vitamin E and fibre great for internal organs and important for the respiratory system.
