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Savory Roasted Carrots with Pecans and Goat Cheese

Roasted Carrots with Candied Pecans and Goat Cheese made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds of carrots peeled and cut into sticks
  • 1 cup pecans shelled
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 4 ounces goat cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the carrots by peeling and cutting them into uniform sticks.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the pecans, melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Sprinkle the pecan mixture over the carrots.
  7. Roast the carrots and pecans in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes.
  8. Once roasted, remove from the oven and let cool slightly before adding goat cheese.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with additional pecans and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

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