BROWN SUGAR-GLAZED ROASTED CARROTS (UNBELIEVEABLE )

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

fresh thyme

🥗Healthier: dried thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Dried thyme is more shelf-stable.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without extra cost.

Slice 10 fresh carrots on the diagonal, cutting the thicker ends in half for uniformity.

In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and garlic (1-3 cloves, to taste).

Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the carrot mixture.

Mix all ingredients together in the bowl until the carrots are well coated.

Spread the coated carrots on a baking sheet, ensuring to scrape all the sauce onto the carrots.

Roast the carrots in the oven for about 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, stir the carrots to ensure even cooking and caramelization.

Continue roasting until the carrots are nicely browned and caramelized, then transfer to a serving bowl.

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