Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots

HONEY GLAZED ROASTED CARROTS 

PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES

COOK TIME: 30 MINUTES

TOTAL TIME: 35 MINUTES

SERVINGS: 4

Ingredients:

12-15 Medium Carrots

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

2 Teaspoons KANSAS CITY SMOKER BLND®

1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice

2 Tablespoons Honey

Sea Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper

For Serving: Freshly Made Hummus (optional) on the bottom of serving platter, Toasted Pinenuts, Pomegranate Seeds, Fresh Italian Parsley-chopped 

Instructions: 

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.
2. Wash carrots and trim the greens. Peel if desired.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together, the olive oil, KANSAS CITY SMOKER BLND®, lemon juice and honey.
4. Drizzle over the carrots and toss to coat. 
5. Place carrots evenly on a baking sheet pan. Sprinkle salt and pepper.
6. Roast for 25 -30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and slightly browned. Let cool slightly before serving. 
7. Garnish with toasted Pinenuts, pomegranate seeds and chopped Italian parsley. 

How to Toast Pinenuts:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
2. Toss pine nuts in olive oil and sea salt if desired. Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Toast until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 5 to 7 minutes. 
3. Remove from oven as well as the baking sheet and use as desired. Or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.