Maple Oven Roasted Carrots
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots, washed and peeled *see notes
- 6 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil
- Trim and slice the carrots diagonally into 1 1/2-inch thick slices.
- In a large pan or skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the maple syrup and brown sugar and cook until the sugar has melted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the carrots and toss to combine. Season with salt to taste.
- Transfer the carrots to the prepared baking sheet arranging them in one layer for even cooking.
- Place in the oven and roast tossing once, for 20 to 24 minutes or until the carrots are fork tender. Remove from the oven.
- OPTIONAL: For crispier, brown edges, place the sheet pan under the broiler (high heat) for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and serve, sprinkled with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can roast the carrots unpeeled if you prefer.
Nutrition
Calories: 214 kcal, Carbohydrates: 27 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 7 g, Cholesterol: 30 mg, Sodium: 207 mg, Potassium: 514 mg, Fiber: 4 g, Sugar: 19 g, Vitamin A: 25665 IU, Vitamin C: 10 mg, Calcium: 71 mg, Iron: 1 mg
