Autumn Carrots
2 lbs baby carrots
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup orange juice
2 T butter, melted
2/3 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
Place carrots in greased 2 to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker. Combine other ingredients and pour over carrots. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or until carrots are tender. 8 - 10 servings
For a thicker sauce: When carrots are done, remove carrots from the slow cooker with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Pour drippings from slow cooker into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Add a mixture of 1/3 cup water and 2 tablespoons cornstarch to saucepan. Return to a boil and pour over carrots before serving.