Sweet Herbed Carrots

2 Tbsp butter
1/4 tsp sugar
2 cups sliced fresh carrots
3 to 4 lettuce leaves
2 Tbsp water
2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley
2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
1 Tbsp minced fresh tarragon or 1 tsp dried tarragon
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper

In a large skillet, cook and stir the butter and sugar over medium heat until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. Stir in carrots; cover with lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with water. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender.

Discard lettuce. Stir in the parsley, cream, tarragon, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Serve with a slotted spoon. Yield: 2 servings.