Roasted Carrots Honey Thyme (Print Version)
Sweet caramelized carrots with honey thyme.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch sticks
→ Seasonings & Aromatics
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp honey
04 - 1 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
06 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Garnish
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Place carrots in a large bowl. Add olive oil, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss vigorously until all pieces are evenly coated.
03 - Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded to allow proper caramelization.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes. Turn the carrots once halfway through the cooking time. Cook until tender and the edges are golden brown and caramelized.
05 - Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if using and serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetable without any fussy techniques.
- The balance of savory herbs and sticky honey creates a flavor that feels like a warm hug.
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- Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes because honey burns fast.
- Cutting the carrots into uniform sizes ensures they all finish cooking at the same time.
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- Use a rimmed baking sheet so the sticky honey does not drip onto your oven floor.
- Lining the pan with parchment makes washing up incredibly easy.