Maple Roasted Carrots

 1 1/2 lb carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick on the diagonal

2 Tbsp melted butter

2 Tbsp pure maple syrup

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp ground pepper

2 tsp snipped fresh chives (optional)

1.  Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2.  Stir carrots, butter, maple syrup, salt and pepper together in a large bowl.  Spread evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet and roast, stirring once, until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.Sprinkle with chives, if desired.

Serves 6