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Are you tired of eating the same boring food every Christmas? We think it\u2019s time to spice up your selection and elevate your palate<\/a> with these two recipes.<\/p>\n

1. Honey glazed carrots<\/p>

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Vegetables don\u2019t have to be bland. Make honey glazed carrots<\/a> for your Christmas lunch and\/or dinner by glazing carrots in honey and then roasting them in the oven for approximately 40 minutes. The prep time for this dish is 10 minutes and the ingredients are simple and easy to work with.<\/p>\n

All you need is:<\/p>

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\u25cf Carrots
\n\u25cf 2 tbsp. honey
\n\u25cf \u00bc cup of butter
\n\u25cf \u00bd tsp. dried rosemary
\n\u25cf \u00bd tsp. garlic powder
\n\u25cf Salt
\n\u25cf Thyme<\/p>\n

Instructions:<\/p>\n

\u25cf Preheat the oven to 200\u00baC and melt the butter with low heat in a saucepan.
\n\u25cf Add the rosemary, garlic powder, honey as well as salt and pepper.
\n\u25cf Glaze the mixture on the carrots after placing them on a roasting pan.
\n\u25cf After 40 minutes, the carrots should be glazed and ready for consumption.
\n\u25cf Garnish with thyme (this is optional).<\/p>\n

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2. Roasted chicken, sweet potatoes and broccoli<\/a><\/p>\n

Although, the festive season is all about indulging in sweet favourites, a well- rounded nutritious meal can be your go-to while keeping it hearty. This meal can be prepared in one pan, which is easier if you are looking to minimise on dishes that may need to be washed. The flavour-filled dish is prepared within 45 minutes and is good enough if you want to sneak in some vegetables for the little ones while it is a flavoursome and simple meal.<\/p>\n

What do you need?<\/p>\n

\u25cf 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on, or 6 legs, or a combo of both)
\n\u25cf 2 medium sweet potatoes (cut into 1-inch chunks)
\n\u25cf 2 tablespoons canola (or grapeseed oil)
\n\u25cf Salt and pepper
\n\u25cf 1 tablespoon soy sauce
\n\u25cf 1 tablespoon lemon juice
\n\u25cf 1 tablespoon honey
\n\u25cf 1\/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
\n\u25cf 1 large head of broccoli<\/p>\n

Instructions:<\/p>\n

\u25cf Add a large sheet pan to the oven and preheat to 218 degrees Celsius.
\n\u25cf Drizzle the chicken and sweet potatoes with 2\/3 of the oil and brush to coat evenly. Season well with salt and pepper.
\n\u25cf Remove the hot pan from the oven. Add the chicken, skin-side down, and add sweet potatoes scattered around the chicken. Return the pan to the oven and roast for 20 minutes.
\n\u25cf Meanwhile, make the sauce\u2014in a small bowl, add the soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, and cayenne pepper and then whisk together.
\n\u25cf Cut the head of broccoli into florets. Peel the stalk and cut it into 1\/2-inch slices. Drizzle the broccoli with the remaining oil and rub to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
\n\u25cf Remove the pan from the oven and brush the chicken and potatoes with the sauce. Flip the chicken and potatoes and brush the other side. Add the broccoli scattered around in a single layer. Brush with the remaining sauce and return to the oven.
\n\u25cf Roast for about 15 more minutes, or until the chicken registers 74 degrees Celcius in the thickest parts and the vegetables are tender.<\/p>\n

Enjoy!<\/p>\n

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