The correct statement regarding roasting is:
C) Season meat before roasting to fully develop its flavor.
Seasoning the meat prior to roasting helps enhance its flavor and can lead to a more delicious final product.
To briefly address the other options:
A) Meat can actually roast quickly at high temperatures, depending on the cut and the cooking method.
B) Braising involves cooking meat slowly in liquid, which is quite different from roasting, where the meat is typically cooked in dry heat.
D) Smoking does not necessarily require cooking over an open flame; it can be done with indirect heat using wood chips or other smoking materials.