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Maple Bacon Carrots

Tender roasted carrots with crispy bacon and a sweet, sticky maple glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds fresh carrots peeled and cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves plus extra for garnish
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Oven-Safe Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels, leaving the fat in the skillet.
  3. To the skillet with the bacon fat, add olive oil, maple syrup, thyme, pepper, and salt. Whisk to combine.
  4. Add the cut carrots to the skillet and toss until thoroughly coated in the glaze.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized.
  6. Remove from oven and immediately add the cooked bacon back to the skillet, tossing to combine.
  7. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Be sure to use an oven-safe skillet. Do not skip saving the bacon fat, as it is essential for flavor. Do not overcrowd the carrots to ensure they roast, not steam.