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Sweet & Sour Carrots

Sweet & Sour Carrots

Cooking Times

Ready in: 15 minutes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups, sliced Baby Carrots
  • 1/8 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/3 cup, chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp. ketchup
  • 2 tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp. vinegar

Directions

  1. Cook carrots. Then, combine all ingredients, except carrots.
  2. Microwave, covered on high for 3 to 4 minutes or until peppers are tender.
  3. Add cooked carrots. Cover and cook for 1 minute until heated through.

Tips for Storing Carrots

1

Containers

Store carrots in a resealable plastic bag or other airtight container.
2

Shelf Life

To extend the shelf life of your carrots, you can place a damp paper towel in the bag or container, but avoid storing carrots in water as it will soften their texture.
3

Temperature

Carrots should be stored in the refrigerator between 34 and 36 degrees Fahrenheit.
4

Avoid Ethylene

Avoid storing carrots near ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables, such as apples or pears.

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