Holiday Recipe: Roasted Carrots With Thyme

PRO Tip: Known for improving vision, carrots also contain luteolin, a compound found to reduce memory decline and decrease brain inflammation. Enjoy this holiday recipe with loved ones or add it to your regular diet as an easy and delicious brain food. 

Ingredients: 

6 ounces small carrots, trimmed and scrubbed

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

3 (6-inch) thyme sprigs

1 medium garlic clove, smashed

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until wisps of smoke form (2 to 3 minutes).

2. Add carrots and olive oil to pan in a single layer and cook, tossing occasionally until golden brown spots appear (3 to 5 minutes).

3. Add butter, thyme, and garlic; toss constantly until butter melts (30 seconds). 

4. Sprinkle carrots with salt and toss evenly.

5. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and roast until carrots are fork tender (8 to 10 minutes). 

6. Serve and enjoy!

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