Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender, then mash them with roasted garlic cloves, butter, and a splash of milk or cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Honey Glazed Carrots: Steam or boil baby carrots until just tender, then toss them in a mixture of honey, butter, and a pinch of cinnamon. Roast in the oven for a few minutes until caramelized.
Sauteed Green Beans with Almonds: Quickly sauté fresh green beans in olive oil with minced garlic until crisp-tender. Toss with toasted almonds, lemon zest, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze: Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast in the oven until caramelized and crispy.
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes: Cut baby potatoes into quarters and toss them with olive oil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs.