Lunch: Honey-Roasted Carrots

Recipe by Sheila Lukins Steaming the carrots tenderizes them before baking. The honey really heats up; during baking, check once or twice so it doesn't burn the carrots.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Honey

Health and fertility benefits of Honey-Roasted Carrots

One tbsp of honey has a glycemic index (GI) of 55.

Ingredients

3 to 4 bunches (depending on size) fresh carrots, peeled
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
N/A freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 °:F.
Cut the carrots into thirds, crosswise on a sharp diagonal.
Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Let carrots steam until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and place in a bowl. Toss with the oil, honey, salt and pepper.
Place the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25 minutes. Loosen them from the baking sheet with a spatula. Adjust the seasonings and remove to a serving bowl.

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