Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 400°F or 205°C.

Step 2

Slice carrots in half lengthways and place on a large baking sheet.

Step 3

Mix olive oil and maple syrup together in a small bowl, and brush over carrots to coat them.

Step 4

Sprinkle over salt and cayenne. (Optionally add rosemary sprigs to baking sheet between carrot halves, if using.)

Step 5

Bake in oven for 25 minutes until carrots are tender, flipping once halfway through.

Step 6

Serve on a large plate, decorated with chopped parsley if desired.