Maple Glazed Carrots

Instructions

1. Prepare the oven
   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
2. Prepare the carrots
   Wash, peel, and cut the carrots into 2-inch pieces on a diagonal. For larger carrots, you may want to halve or quarter them lengthwise as well so all pieces are roughly the same size for even cooking.
3. Create the maple glaze
   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, melted butter, thyme leaves, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4. Coat the carrots
   Place the carrots in a large mixing bowl. Pour the maple glaze over the carrots and toss until they are evenly coated with the mixture.
5. Arrange and roast
   Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don't overlap. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and caramelized around the edges.
6. Finish and serve
   Transfer the roasted carrots to a serving dish. Drizzle any remaining glaze from the baking sheet over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional thyme sprigs if desired. Serve immediately while hot.