Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. orange juice
  • 1/2 c. light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ginger
  • 2 tbsp. quick-cooking tapioca
  • 1 tbsp. butter/butter
  • 8 to 10 fresh carrots

Method

  • Combine orange juice, sugar, salt, ginger, butter and tapioca in a small bowl.
  • Place carrots in electric slow-cooker.
  • Add in orange juice mix and stir well.
  • Cover and cook at low for 8 to 10 hrs or possibly at high 4 to 5 hrs.
  • Stir well before serving.
  • Reheat leftovers in saucepan on very low heat so sauce remains thick.
  • Additional tapioca or possibly a more concentrated orange juice mix can be used to make a thicker sauce.
  • Great with ham.
  • Serves 6 to 8.