I’ve never given a poll, but carrots must be very high on the favorite vegetable list. For many kids, it’s the only vegetable they will eat! Carrots comprise my favorite dessert…so- yep, they would have to be my favorite vegetable too! Cold and crunchy or warm and tender…always delish!

If you like to do a lot of meal prep on the weekends- this recipe is for you! With only 4 ingredients and minimal prep- these roasted carrots make the perfect vegetable side! The oven does most of the work for you. For a faster cook time, simply slice the carrots in half lengthwise.

This recipe is also terrific when you’re looking for a simple side dish. But simple does not have to equal boring! And, they might not make the prettiest plate presentation, but super simple and tasty is more important! These have a mild maple flavor. For a stronger, sweet flavor- brush additional maple syrup over the carrots after cooking or half-way through cooking.

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FUN CARROT FACTS

• These often orange root vegetables can also be purple, yellow, red, or white
• First grown around 900 AD in Afghanistan
• 1/2 cup = 25 calories, 6g carbs, 2g fiber, and 3g sugar
• Contain vitamin A, K, C, potassium, calcium, and iron
• Beta Carotene is good for your eyes
• Carotenemia- when you eat too many carrots

                      Your skin will turn yellow or orange

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Ingredients in Maple Bacon Roasted Carrots

• Bacon
• Baby Carrots
• Olive Oil
• Maple Syrup

Serve With

• Protein- Chicken, Turkey, Ham, or Pork
• Potatoes- Mashed, Roasted, Fried, or Air-Fried

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Alternate Ways to Cook

I enjoy crunching on cold carrots, but sometimes cooked is where it's at.

• Sauté in a pan
• Broil in the oven
• Use an air fryer

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