Maple-Glazed Carrots

2 lbs carrots, rimmed, cut into 1/4inch thick slices

salt and pepper

2 Tbsp unsalted butter

1/4 cup pure maple syrup 

1.  Place carrots in a large skillet.  Add 1 cup water and 1/2 tsp salt, stir well.  Bring to a boil over high heat.  reduce heat to medium-low , cover and simmer until carrots are almost tender, 6 to 8 minutes.  Drain well.  Wipe out skillet.  (Carrots may be prepared up to 3 days ahead to this point.Cover and refrigerate)

2.  Combine carrots, butter and syrup in a skillet.  Sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Cook over medium-high heat, stirring an tossing constantly, until carrots are tender and well glazed about 5 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.  Serve hot.