Whole Roasted Carrots with Fresh Ginger

• BASIC-EASY
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 1 pound medium carrots, peeled
2. 1/4 cup water
3. 4 large garlic cloves, peeled
4. Six 1/4-inch slices fresh ginger
5. 1 tablespoon canola oil
6. 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
7. Salt and freshly ground pepper

1. Preheat the oven to 400°. In a medium baking dish, combine the carrots with the water, garlic, ginger, oil and butter and season with salt and pepper. Cover with foil and roast for 30 minutes, until tender. Uncover and roast for about 30 minutes longer, until the water has evaporated and the carrots are lightly browned in spots. Transfer the carrots, olives and garlic to a plate and serve.