Easy Roasted Brown Sugar Carrots

These roasted carrots are sweet and tender. The brown sugar and butter melt together to make a rich glaze. It is a simple side dish that tastes amazing.

Prep 10 minutes Cook 20 minutes Total 30 minutes Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced into uniform rounds or sticks
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

How to make it

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Melt the butter in a large oven safe skillet over medium heat.
3. Stir in the brown sugar, salt, and pepper until the sugar is fully melted and smooth.
4. Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and toss them well to coat them in the butter mixture.
5. Place the skillet in the oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and nicely caramelized.
6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving warm.

Tips

Cut the carrots to the same size so they cook evenly. Serve them warm right out of the oven.