Tarragon and Honey Parsnips Carrots (Printable Format)

Tender roasted vegetables glazed with honey and aromatic tarragon, creating golden caramelized edges.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 3 large parsnips, peeled and cut into batons
02 - 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into batons

→ Seasonings & Flavor

03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 2 tbsp honey
05 - 1 tbsp fresh tarragon leaves, chopped (or 1 tsp dried tarragon)
06 - ½ tsp salt
07 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
09 - Extra tarragon leaves

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the parsnips and carrots with olive oil, honey, chopped tarragon, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning once halfway, until the vegetables are golden, tender, and caramelized at the edges.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra tarragon leaves if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

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  • The honey and tarragon combination creates this sophisticated flavor that makes people think you spent hours on something that actually took minutes
  • These roasted vegetables have converted multiple self proclaimed veggie haters at my dinner table
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  • Cutting your vegetables into similar sizes is crucial because smaller pieces will burn while larger ones stay undercooked
  • Do not crowd the baking sheet or the vegetables will steam instead of roast, losing that coveted caramelization
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  • Leftovers reheat surprisingly well in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes
  • These vegetables can be roasted at the same temperature as many main dishes, making timing easier