Honey Braised Celery and Carrots

Ingredients

1 head of celery, trimmed and cut into matchsticks
8oz carrots, cut into matchsticks
1oz butter
2tbsp honey
1tbsp water
1 tbsp chopped chives fresh or 1 tsp dried
1 tsp dried marjoram
salt & pepper
1tsp fresh chopped parsley

Method

1. Put vegetables in a casserole dish. Dot the butter over, spoon over the honey and water. Sprinkle over the chives and marjoram and season. Cover with clingfilm, pierce and cook in a microwave on full power for 10 minutes – stirring halfway through. Stand for 5 minutes and sprinkle with the parsley before serving.

Courtesy of: Manchester & District Beekeepers’ Association