Christmas Roasted Vegetables

1. Recipe Title: Christmas Roasted Vegetables

2. Brief Description: This Christmas recipe features a colorful and flavorful mix of roasted vegetables that are easy to prepare and perfect for serving a crowd.

3. Servings: 7-8 people

4. Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

5. Ingredients:

- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved

- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced into chunks

- 2 medium red bell peppers, seeded and cut into chunks

- 1 large red onion, cut into wedges

- 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into cubes

- 3 tbsp olive oil

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tsp dried thyme

- 1 tsp dried rosemary

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

6. Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. In a large bowl, combine the baby potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, red onion, and butternut squash.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper.

4. Drizzle the olive oil mixture over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.

5. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.

7. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

7. Special Tips or Variations:

- Feel free to customize the vegetable selection based on your preferences or what you have on hand.

- Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese over the roasted vegetables for an extra savory touch.

- Serve these Christmas roasted vegetables alongside your favorite main dish like roasted chicken or grilled fish for a complete holiday meal.