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Lemon, Parsley, and Parmesan Plus Charred Carrots and Croutons

Roasting the carrots until they're slightly charred really brings out the sweetness of the vegetable.
Martha Stewart Living, January 2012
  • Prep Time 10 minutes
  • Total Time 1 hour
  • Yield Serves 6
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Ingredients

  • 1 small loaf white Pullman bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
  • 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus shavings
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut into 3-inch pieces
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 4 cups flat-leaf parsley leaves
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with 3 tablespoons oil and the Parmesan. In another large bowl, toss carrots with 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.

  2. Lay carrots and bread on a baking sheet in 1 layer, with carrots on 1 side and bread on the other, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove croutons when crisp and golden, about 25 minutes. Spread out carrots, and cook until caramelized and slightly charred, about 25 minutes more.

  3. Assemble the salad: Toss parsley, carrots, lemon juice, and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add croutons and Parmesan shavings, and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

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