Oven Roasted Purple Sweet Potato and Rainbow Carrots

Oven Roasted Purple Sweet Potato and Rainbow Carrots with Orange Glaze

2 large purple sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

2 cups rainbow carrots, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup orange juice

2 tablespoons brown sugar

¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Toss purple sweet potato and carrots with olive, salt, and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat orange juice over medium heat. Add in brown sugar and bring to a boil. Cook for a few minutes. Let cool. Pour over the roasted vegetables. Add in the parsley and toss to coat. Add more salt and pepper if necessary.