The Best Roasted Carrots

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

fresh rosemary

🥗Healthier: dried rosemary

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried herbs are more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

fresh thyme

🥗Healthier: dried thyme

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Dried oregano is a cost-effective alternative with a similar flavor profile.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

Peel the carrots and slice off the tops and any strange looking tips.

Place the peeled carrots in a large mixing bowl.

Add 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil to the carrots.

Season with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Optionally, add 1 tablespoon of light or dark brown sugar.

Mix everything together with clean hands until the carrots are well coated.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the carrots in a single layer on it.

Place the baking sheet in the center rack of the preheated oven.

Set a timer for 50 minutes to roast the carrots.

After 50 minutes, check the carrots for doneness by inserting a fork; they should be fork tender.

Remove the carrots from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish using tongs.

Brush any leftover oil from the baking sheet onto the carrots if desired.

Let the carrots cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

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