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Roasted Carrots with Gorgonzola-Walnut Crumbs

Cooking carrots whole keeps them juicy, while the caramelization of the hot oven concentrates their sweetness. Savory bread crumbs provide crunch and balance.

Serves 6
Ready in 50 mins
Prep time 10 mins
Cooking time 40 mins
207 calories per serving

Ingredients

> 2 lbs medium carrots
> 4 tbsp olive oil, divided
> 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
> 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
> 1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola 
> 1 tsp lemon zest
> 2 tsp finely chopped parsley

Steps

1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Peel and trim the carrots. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on baking sheet and tightly cover with foil. Roast 20 min.
2
Remove the foil and roast carrots another 20 min., until tender.
3
Meanwhile, chop the walnuts more finely. In a medium nonstick skillet, heat remaining 3 tbsp oil on medium-high. Add the bread crumbs and walnuts and cook 3–4 min., until golden, stirring constantly. Transfer to a bowl and cool completely. Stir in the gorgonzola, lemon zest, and parsley.
4
Transfer carrots to a platter and top with bread crumbs to serve.

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