
Preheat oven to 220°C/425°F (200°C fan-forced).
Cut carrot on the diagonal into 4cm / 1.75” lengths. Halve thicker end so they are all roughly the same width.
Toss in a bowl with sugar, butter, garlic, oil, salt and pepper. Pour onto tray, spread out.
Roast 15 minutes. Toss, then roast a further 10 minutes until soft and caramelised on the edges with plenty of glaze left on the tray.
Final toss then serve - Give the carrots a final toss in the glaze on the tray then transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with parsley if using. Serve warm.