Parsnip Recipes

Bold and fragrant rosemary is a winning match for the spicy-sweet flavor of roasted parsnips.

A salty-sweet dish of oven-roasted carrots and parsnips is a quick, healthy alternative to traditional french fries.

 

Although it takes about an hour to prepare and fry enough chips for eight, it's worth the effort: These snacks are absolutely irresistible. If kept in resealable plastic bags, they'll stay crisp for up to five days.

Parsnips give an earthy dimension to this bread pudding, which melds cubes of brioche, grated cheese, and thyme. This vegetarian dish can substitute for traditional stuffing at a holiday dinner or serve as a festive side dish alongside a roast at any meal.

A sweet and tangy glaze is an easy way to dress up hearty root vegetables. Maple syrup and red-wine vinegar combine in a simple and well-balanced sauce.

This creamy side dish looks like mashed potatoes but is really made from parsnips and sweet apples. The only fat in this recipe is a tablespoon of butter, so enjoy it nearly guilt-free!

Sweet potatoes and parsnips make a colorful combination in this easy roasted-root-vegetable side dish. A simple glaze of maple syrup and Dijon mustard makes these humble root vegetables sing.

Apples, leeks, and potatoes mingle with sweet parsnips in this pureed soup. A half cup of heavy cream adds a luxurious touch.

Change up your side-dish repertoire with this pretty puree of sweet parsnips and carrots. Serve just as you would mashed potatoes.

High-heat roasting caramelizes Brussels sprouts and parsnips, making them sweet and extra flavorful. Toasted pecans add richness and crunch to this attractive fall vegetable side dish.

Carrots, parsnips, and shallots turn irresistibly sweet when roasted at 450 degrees. An accompanying relish of green olives, parsley, and mint provides a mouthwatering savory counterpoint.

Regular mashed potatoes are complemented by the earthy, sweet addition of parsnips. Enjoy this creamy mash with gravy or pan juices from a roast.