Prepare the Carrots:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Peel and Cut: Peel the carrots and cut them into sticks, about ¼ inch thick and 3-4 inches long, resembling French fries. Try to keep the pieces uniform for even cooking.

Season the Carrots:

3. Coat with Olive Oil: Place the carrot sticks in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
4. Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the carrots. Toss again to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.

Roast the Carrots:

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned carrot sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for proper roasting.
6. Roast: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Flip the carrot fries using tongs or a spatula, then roast for an additional 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.

Add Parmesan and Serve:

7. Sprinkle with Parmesan: Remove the carrot fries from the oven and immediately sprinkle them with grated Parmesan cheese while they’re hot. The residual heat will melt the cheese slightly.
8. Garnish: Add chopped parsley or thyme for a burst of freshness and color.

Serve:

9. Plate and Dip: Transfer the fries to a serving dish and pair with your favorite dipping sauces. Serve warm and enjoy!