Smoky parsnip fries
5
Points®
Total time: 50 min • Prep: 10 min • Cook: 40 min • Serves: 4 • Difficulty: Easy
Move over potatoes, these parsnips are the new go-to for tasty, oven-baked fries. Although they look like pale carrots, parsnips are actually creamy-white roots with a distinct flavor that's all their own. They're fabulous roasted, slightly sweet with a nice bite. Simple to prepare, these smoky fries are ready to serve in under an hour. Smoked paprika brings the distinct flavor and comes in a sweet and hot variety giving you easy options for your version. Serve these with meatloaf or alongside your favorite burger recipe. They also are a great pairing with baked Tofu dishes for a vegetarian dinner idea or whip up a batch for a filling and tasty snack. For nicer meals, cube the parsnips and proceed with the recipe for a new side dish option.
Ingredients
Uncooked parsnip(s)
1.5 pound(s)
Olive oil
1.5 Tbsp
Paprika
0.5 Tbsp
Table salt
0.5 tsp
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 425ºF. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
2
Cut each parsnip in half crosswise, then slice thinner ends in half lengthwise. Slice larger ends in half lengthwise, then cut these pieces into 3 or 4 sticks to match those from thinner ends (you should have 48 fries).
3
In a large bowl, toss fries with oil, 1 tsp paprika and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly coated; spread on prepared pan making sure fries do not touch or overlap.
4
Bake for 20 minutes; remove from oven and flip fries. Continue baking until tender and browned, about 20 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tsp paprika and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss well and serve.
5
Serving size: 8 fries
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