Don't save these delicious roasted carrots for Thanksgiving or other holidays. They're simple to make and so good with the naturally sweet flavor of the carrots and the savory flavors of the herbs. Roasting them is definitely the best way to cook them, bu
3 lb. carrots, peeled and sliced on a bias to 1 1/2-inch long pieces (slice thicker portions into halves)*
3 T. olive oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 T. honey
1 1/2 T. apple cider vinegar
2 1/2 T. chopped fresh parsley
1 T. fresh thyme leaves
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Place carrots in a mound on a 17 x 12 inch rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil; season with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Spread out into an even layer.
Roast 20 minutes; remove from oven.
While roasting, stir together honey and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
Drizzle carrots with honey mixture; toss well to evenly coat. Return carrots to oven; roast 10 - 20 minutes. Remove from oven; toss again; sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and thyme.
Serve warm.
8 servings.
*Thicker carrots are preferred, so if using thin carrots, reduce roasting time as needed.