Mitch's Mom's Butter-Glazed Carrots

In a microwave-safe baking dish or casserole, combine carrots and water. Cover and microcook on 100 percent power (high) for 7 to 9 minutes or until carrots are just tender. Drain off water.

Add butter and tarragon to the baking dish. Stir until combined; if necessary, microcook 10 to 20 seconds more to melt butter completely. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm. Makes 4 side-dish servings.

Mitch's Mom's Company-Is-Coming Maple-Glazed Carrots:Prepare as above, except use 1 tablespoon butter, omit the herb and add 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted.