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Cozy Honey Roasted Carrots with Thyme and Butter

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A simple and satisfying side dish featuring tender carrots roasted with honey, butter, and fresh thyme for a warm, buttery, and sweet flavor perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or chunks
  • 2 tablespoons honey (preferably raw or pure clover honey)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cut 1.5 pounds of carrots into uniform sticks or chunks about 3-4 inches long and ½ inch thick.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss the carrots with melted butter, honey, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, and minced garlic until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the carrots evenly on a rimmed baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping or tossing halfway through (around 15 minutes), until tender and golden brown at the edges.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes to allow flavors to settle and glaze to thicken.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

If carrots seem dry halfway through roasting, drizzle extra melted butter or honey and toss gently. Avoid burning the honey glaze by watching closely near the end and flipping halfway through. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based margarine or coconut oil and honey with maple syrup for vegan version. Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easier cleanup and better roasting.

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