Ingredients
1/4 c. butter
2 tbsp. honey
1/2 tsp. dried rosemary
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
15 carrots (2 lbs.), peeled and halved lengthwise
Fresh thyme, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 400º. In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in honey, rosemary, and garlic powder and season with salt and pepper. Step 2Place carrots on a large baking sheet. Pour over glaze and toss until coated.Step 3Roast until caramelized and glazed, 35 to 40 minutes.Step 4Garnish with thyme, if desired, before serving.
Read on for more tips on how to make these glazed carrots as a stunning side to your weeknight meal or the star of your Easter dinner. What kind of carrots are best for glazing?Pretty much any kind will work: whole, baby carrots, orange or rainbow-colored. You’ll just want to make sure that your carrots are all roughly the same size and shape so they cook evenly in the oven. What if I want to switch up the glaze? Can I vary the flavors?Absolutely! We’ve gone with honey, garlic, and rosemary, but you could use any combination of herbs and spices. Try dried oregano or parsley, or throw in some ginger and sprinkle sesame seeds at the end. What can I serve with these carrots?Anything you want! Besides being delicious, the best thing about these glazed carrots is that they’re incredibly versatile. Try serving them alongside a delicious skillet of lemon-herb chicken and potatoes or a comforting butternut squash mac ‘n’ cheese. Need more ideas? Check out this collection of our favorite chicken dinners for a match made in heaven. How do I store and reheat leftovers?If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, we recommend microwaving in a covered container in 30-second intervals. You may want to add a teaspoon of water to the container before heating, just to add some additional moisture that will prevent the glaze from getting too sticky while it’s being reheated. Can I make these ahead? We think this side tastes the best fresh (and it’s so easy to put together), but if you want to make them ahead you can! Store them in in the fridge in an airtight container, and reheat in the same way you would your leftovers!
