Irish Roasted Parsnips

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Parsnips, a delicious root vegetable, often go unnoticed and underappreciated in the United States, despite their exceptional qualities. However, in Ireland, parsnips are cherished and celebrated for their unique flavors. The Irish have discovered that roasting these humble vegetables brings out their inherent sweetness, resulting in a delectable and tender side dish that could potentially surpass the beloved status of potatoes in your culinary repertoire.

 

Irish Roasted Parsnips

 

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Irish Roasted Parsnips

Parsnips, a delicious root vegetable, often go unnoticed and underappreciated in the United States, despite their exceptional qualities. However, in Ireland, parsnips are cherished and celebrated for their unique flavors. The Irish have discovered that roasting these humble vegetables brings out their inherent sweetness, resulting in a delectable and tender side dish that could potentially surpass the beloved status of potatoes in your culinary repertoire.
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Irish
Keyword: Irish Roasted Parsnips

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Begin by preheating the oven to 425°. Arrange the parsnips on two spacious baking sheets, making sure not to overcrowd them. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to ensure even coating.
  • Roast the parsnips for approximately 30 minutes, or until they turn golden and can be easily pierced with a knife. Remember to toss them once halfway through the cooking process.

1 thought on “Irish Roasted Parsnips”

  1. 5 stars
    The flavor is delightful and perfectly enhances the vegetable. Avoid roasting anything in olive oil at 425 degrees for 30 minutes unless you desire your fire alarms to be triggered.

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