From golden vegetables to savory meats and cozy casseroles, these roasted recipes bring all the warmth and comfort of a home-cooked meal. Whether you’re feeding a family or just craving something nostalgic and satisfying, these dishes deliver big flavor with that straight-from-the-oven goodness.

Roasted Lamb Breast

Side view of lamb breast on a white platter with thyme.
Roasted Lamb Breast. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This succulent lamb breast recipe is seasoned with Dijon mustard, garlic, and rosemary before being roasted to perfection. With a tender interior and a lightly crisp exterior, this recipe is sure to impress!
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Parmesan Potatoes

A plate of parmesan potatoes is served with a small ramekin filled with creamy dipping sauce.
Parmesan Potatoes. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Oven-roasted parmesan potatoes are proof that the best things in life come in small packages. These tender buttery baby potatoes inside a golden crispy, cheesy parmesan crust sound too good to be true, but you can actually whip them up in your kitchen in just 45 minutes. Proceed with caution, because these parmesan potatoes are totally addicting, especially when dipped in flavorful sour cream! 
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Potatoes

Honey Garlic Carrots

Honey garlic carrots in a black dish.
Honey Garlic Carrots. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Honey Garlic Carrots offer a quick, 25-minute side dish with a flavor that’s both sweet and savory. Honey and garlic create a sticky glaze that coats the carrots, resulting in a glossy finish with a robust taste. This simple yet flavorful dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with its appealing combination of flavors.
Get the Recipe: Honey Garlic Carrots

Oven Roasted Potatoes with Spinach and Garlic

This photo shows a cast iron skillet with oven roasted potatoes with spinach and garlic on a blue wooden background.
Oven Roasted Potatoes with Spinach and Garlic. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This simple side dish is a great twist on plain old potatoes. The spinach is delicious and gives you some added veggies to this side dish that everyone loves, no matter what you pair it with.
Get the Recipe: Oven Roasted Potatoes with Spinach and Garlic

Christmas Dinner Beef Tenderloin Roast

Slices of medium-rare roast beef are arranged on a wooden board with a rosemary garnish.
Christmas Dinner Beef Tenderloin Roast. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Make this Christmas Dinner Beef Tenderloin Roast the star of your holiday table. Juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, it’s easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with festive sides, sauces, and cocktails. A true family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Dinner Beef Tenderloin Roast

The Best Crispy Roasted Parmesan Carrots Recipe

A plate of crispy carrot parmesan fries, with a golden-brown appearance.
The Best Crispy Roasted Parmesan Carrots Recipe. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

Parmesan carrots are a delicious side dish that can be the star of the show at any family dinner or holiday gathering. Roasted in the oven with a cheesy, crispy crust, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of carrots with a hint of garlic for extra flavor.
Get the Recipe: The Best Crispy Roasted Parmesan Carrots Recipe

Roasted Garlic Butter

Roasted garlic butter on a white butter plate with a decorative silver knife.
Roasted Garlic Butter. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Mellow, sweet, savory Roasted Garlic Butter is delicious spread on toast, pasta, roasted vegetables and meats, mixed into sauces, or on grilled steak, chicken, or fish, and perfect to add to a charcuterie or cheese board with a good baguette
Get the Recipe: Roasted Garlic Butter

Parmesan Roasted Green Beans

A plate with breaded chicken cutlet, roasted green beans with seasoning, and lemon wedges.
Parmesan Roasted Green Beans. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Turn a simple bag of frozen green beans into a delicious, vibrant side dish with this frozen roasted green beans recipe! Frozen green beans are tossed in a tasty seasoning mix, roasted to perfection in the oven, then finished off with a sprinkle of parmesan. You get perfectly crisp, cheesy, and garlicky green beans – the perfect addition to your veggie side dish rotation!
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Roasted Green Beans

Buttermilk Brined Turkey

A buttermilk brined roasted surrounded by festive holiday side dishes.
Buttermilk Brined Turkey. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Buttermilk brined turkey combines rosemary, thyme, and sage with tangy buttermilk for a deliciously moist and tender Thanksgiving turkey.
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Roasted Broccolini

A closeup of roasted tenderstem broccoli and garlic are shown on a white plate.
Roasted Broccolini. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Roasted tenderstem broccoli (also known as broccolini or baby broccoli) is delicious when cooked until just crisp with garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Broccolini

Roasted Half Chicken

Two roasted chicken halves on a white platter with lemon and parsley.
Roasted Half Chicken. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This simple and delicious roast half chicken recipe has tender, juicy meat and crisp skin seasoned with garlic and thyme. It’s a wonderful homecooked meal that everyone will enjoy.
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Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans with parsley, salt, and pepper.
Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Roasted potatoes and green beans make for a delicious and easy side dish! Complex carbs and a starch, all you need to do is add your favorite protein! These roasted vegetables are vegan and gluten-free!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Closeup side view shot of turkey bacon wrapped asparagus bundles in a green dish.
Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This turkey bacon wrapped asparagus recipe is an easy, delicious, versatile side dish for any meal. With its salty, crispy turkey bacon and tender, sweet asparagus, you’ll be making this dish on repeat!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Southern Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Crust

Slices of roasted pork tenderloin on a wooden board, garnished with fresh herbs. A jar of mustard is in the background, along with peppercorns scattered around the meat. The scene is warmly lit and appetizing.
Southern Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Crust. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

This oven-roasted pork tenderloin is marinated in Italian dressing for 24 hours, seared for maximum juiciness, and finished with a savory herb crust. Tender, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!
Get the Recipe: Southern Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb Crust

Sweet Potato Fajitas with Zesty Lime Sauce

A close up of sweet potato fajitas on a platter with fresh lime.
Sweet Potato Fajitas with Zesty Lime Sauce. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

Sweet potato fajitas are a delicious and nutritious dish that brings a new twist to the traditional fajitas recipe.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Fajitas with Zesty Lime Sauce

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