Wash carrots and boil in a pot over a medium heat for 5 or so minutes until they are soft but still have a crunch 2. Remove from pot and drain 3. In the same pot, heat olive oil, maple syrup and sprigs of thyme for 2 minutes over a medium heat 4. Gently toss in the baby carrots and season with salt and pepper to taste 5. Cook for another five or so minutes in this mixture, making sure carrots are evenly coated with this mixture 6. Serve warm as a side dish