Sweet and Spicy Glazed Carrots with Creamy Potatoes au Gratin

Looking for side dishes that bring big flavor to any meal? These sweet-and-spicy glazed carrots and creamy potatoes au gratin are the perfect pair. The carrots are roasted until tender, then tossed with garlic herb butter and a drizzle of hot honey for a irresistible sweet heat. Meanwhile, the potatoes au gratin are baked until warm and gooey with cheese and cream.

Both sides come together easily in the oven, making them ideal for busy weeknights or special dinners. Serve them alongside chicken, salmon, pork chops, or your favorite protein for a complete and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients

4 unit Potatoes Au GratinView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 pound Baby CarrotsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2.25 ounce Mike’s Hot Honey®View ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 ounce Garlic Herb ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Pepper, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the garlic herb butter to bring to room temperature. Adjust oven racks to top and middle positions and preheat to 350°F.
2. On a baking sheet, toss baby carrots with a drizzle of oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on the top rack for 30–40 minutes, until softened.
3. Remove the carrots from the oven. Toss with the softened garlic herb butter and hot honey to taste.
4. Place the potatoes au gratin about 1 inch apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake on the middle rack until warmed through, 25–30 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly before serving.
5. Optional: Chop equal parts chives and parsley and toss with the glazed carrots for extra freshness.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use regular carrots instead of baby carrots?

Yes, just cut them into similar-sized sticks for even roasting.

Can I make these sides ahead of time?

The carrots are best served fresh, but you can reheat them gently. The potatoes au gratin can be baked and reheated.

What main dishes go well with these sides?

They pair perfectly with chicken, salmon, pork chops, or steak.