Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced into 2-inch pieces
Seasonings
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the halved baby potatoes, sliced carrots, minced garlic, olive oil, dried rosemary, dried thyme, salt, and ground black pepper onto the prepared baking sheet. Toss everything gently until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
- Arrange Vegetables: Spread the potatoes and carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet. If the baking sheet is crowded, divide the vegetables between two sheets to ensure even roasting and crispiness.
- Initial Roasting: Bake the vegetables in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. This allows the potatoes and carrots to start softening and developing a roasted flavor.
- Toss and Continue Roasting: After 20 minutes, gently toss the vegetables to promote even cooking and browning on all sides. Return them to the oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are crispy on the outside and both vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Once done, optionally garnish with fresh thyme sprigs for extra aroma and color. Serve hot as a flavorful side dish alongside your favorite main courses.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, slice the carrots into uniform 2-inch pieces.
- Using baby potatoes allows for quicker roasting and a tender interior.
- Adjust seasoning to taste—additional salt or herbs can be added as desired.
- If the vegetables are crowded on one baking sheet, use two baking sheets to prevent steaming and promote crispness.
- Fresh thyme can be added before roasting for a more intense flavor or only as a garnish after roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
