Roasted Potatoes and Carrots

The perfect roasted potatoes and carrots have a touch of sweetness and spice for the ultimate comfort Thanksgiving vegetable side dish.

Simple, Easy, and Elegant: Beautifully Roasted Potatoes and Carrots

What does it take to make deliciously simple & elegant Roasted Potatoes and Carrots?

Subtle herbs, a hint of warm maple syrup, and a touch of heat. Check, check, and check! Glazed carrots and savory roasted potatoes pair beautifully for the best ever roasted potatoes and carrots recipe.

The Ingredients List

How does one pair gorgeously bright carrots with the savory creaminess of potatoes? Use simple ingredients, a touch of sweet and a touch of heat for the just-right balance of flavor in the best roasted carrots and potatoes.

• Small or creamer potatoes
• Carrots
• Maple syrup
• Dried thyme
• Paprika
• Cayenne
• Salt & pepper
• Olive oil & butter

How to Make Roasted Potatoes and Carrots in the Oven

Follow with me step-by-step in the kitchen to learn how to make the best roasted potatoes and carrots!

Preheat the oven

As always, you’ll want to start by preheating the oven (to 400°F). Then, line and lightly grease the foil on a baking sheet.

Wash the potatoes and carrots

Next, wash and dry the potatoes, then cut into 1/2-inch cubes or halves.

Wash and dry the carrots, then peel and slice into ½-inch angled coins. You’re halfway to roasted potatoes and carrots! 😉

Add oil to the potatoes and carrots

Now, add carrots and potatoes to a large mixing bowl.  

Season for the best roasted potatoes and carrots

Pour in oil, butter, maple syrup, thyme, paprika, cayenne. Add salt and pepper to taste.  Next, grab a spatula and stir to coat the potatoes and carrots in seasonings and oil.

Pour everything onto the baking sheet

At this point, you’re ready to pour the seasoned potatoes and carrots onto the baking sheet. Spread into an even layer, then make your roasted potatoes and carrots!

Bake, flip, then bake again

Bake potatoes and carrots for 20 mins, then flip and bake for about 20 more minutes or until tender. You can bake longer for softer roasted potatoes and carrots, or shorter for a crunchier texture.

Serve, drizzle & enjoy

Pour into a serving dish and drizzle with maple syrup, and salt and pepper if needed. Then, enjoy the best roasted potatoes and carrots! 

What Makes This Roasted Potatoes and Carrots Recipe So Special?

• Thyme adds a subtle herby flavor
• Maple syrup adds sweetness
• Paprika adds smokiness
• Cayenne brings a touch of heat
• Not too much seasoning, just enough to celebrate the flavors of roasted potatoes and carrots!

Delicious Seasonal Recipes 🍂

• Blistered Green Beans
• Roasted Green Beans and Potatoes
• Maple Brussels Sprouts
• Pumpkin Donuts + Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

Tools You Need for Roasted Potatoes and Carrots

• Large baking sheet
• Mixing bowl
• Chef’s knife + cutting board
• Mini maple syrup pitcher

Best Spuddies

Wanna be best spuddies? Leave a comment below & chat with me. I truly can’t wait to see what you think of these roasted potatoes and carrots! I am so grateful that you’re here, sharing in these kitchen adventures with me and your loved ones. ‘Til the next one…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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Roasted Potatoes and Carrots

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• Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 4-8 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

The perfect roasted potatoes and carrots have a touch of sweetness and spice for the ultimate comfort Thanksgiving vegetable side dish.

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Ingredients

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Tools Needed

• Large baking sheet
• Mixing bowls
• Chef’s knife + cutting board
• Mini maple syrup pitcher

Roasted Potatoes and Carrots

• 1 ½ lb. small or creamer potatoes
• 1 lb. carrots
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking oil of choice
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
• ¼ to ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• A generous pinch of pepper

Optional Topping

• Drizzle of maple syrup
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with lightly greased foil.
2. Wash and dry potatoes. Do not peel. Cut into ½-inch cubes, or halves if using creamer potatoes.
3. Wash and dry carrots. Peel, then slice into ½-inch angled coins.
4. Add potatoes, carrots, oil, melted butter, maple syrup, thyme, paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper to a large mixing bowl. Stir and fold until very well mixed and all potatoes and carrots are coated in butter and oil.
5. Pour potatoes and carrots onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread into an even, single layer.
6. Bake for 20 minutes, then stir and flip for even cooking.
7. Bake for 20 more minutes, until potatoes are fork tender. Mine took a grand total of 40 minutes.
8. Transfer to serving dish. Add a drizzle of maple syrup, then salt and pepper to taste, if needed. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

Cutting Board

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Notes

Storing Instructions: Best if served immediately. However, it’s okay to cool and store for later. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-3 days.

How to make Vegan: Use vegan butter.

How to make Gluten Free: Keep recipe as-is.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Category: Side Dishes
• Method: Bake
• Cuisine: American

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