33 Best Parsnip Recipes

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33 Best Parsnip Recipes1/32 Maple-Glazed Parsnips on Kale 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Maple-Glazed Parsnips on Kale Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is special to me because it allows me to use delicious farm-fresh produce in a way my family loves. —Christine Wendland, Browns Mills, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup parsnips with 1/2 cup kale: 329 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 7g fiber), 5g protein. 2/32 Slow-Cooker Milk-Can Supper 11 Reviews Test Kitchen

Approved Slow-Cooker Milk-Can Supper Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a slow-cooked version of a campfire classic. Pioneers and cowboys would cook this meal over a milk can on an open fire, letting the flavors and textures blend together. —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 457 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 967mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 15g protein. 3/32 Slow Cooker Parsnip and Apple Soup 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Slow Cooker Parsnip and Apple

You’ll love the harmony of fall flavors

Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a light, lovely soup ideal for the first course at your next special dinner. You’ll love the harmony of fall flavors. —Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 61 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 454mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch. 4/32 Carrot, Parsnip and Potato Gratin 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 10 min

Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Thanks to a challenge in the TOH online community a few years back, my husband and I tried parsnips and discovered that we liked them! In fact, I started growing them in my garden and have been trying new things with them, including this recipe. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 141 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. 5/32 New Zealand Rosemary Lamb Shanks 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved New Zealand Rosemary Lamb Shanks Recipe

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was young, my family lived in New Zealand for two years after World War II. Some things were in short supply, but one item that was always available was lamb shanks. Mother cooked them all the time with root vegetables, and to this day I love lamb! —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1/2 lamb shank with 1 cup vegetables: 350 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 668mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g

fiber), 31g protein

fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 6/32 Parsnip, Pear and Pecan Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Parsnip, Pear and Pecan Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I didn’t try parsnips until I was well into my 40s, but now I can’t get enough of them. This salad is so delicious, I defy your kids to turn their noses up at it. —Jodi Taffel, Altadena, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 254 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat),

It’s a popular side dish served all year long

8mg cholesterol, 461mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. 7/32 Spoon Bread 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Kentucky Spoon Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a traditional Kentucky recipe. It’s a popular side dish served all year long. If you’ve never tried spoon bread before, I think you’ll find it’s tasty and comforting. —Caroline Brown, Lexington, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 192 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.

Warm and comforting, this delicious soup makes a pretty presentation

8/32 Carrot-Parsnip Bisque 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Warm and comforting, this delicious soup makes a pretty presentation. Easy to prepare, it’s a treat to serve for family dinners and special enough for guests. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 241 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 760mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 7g fiber), 8g protein. 9/32 Slow-Roasted Root Vegetables 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Roasted Root Vegetables Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch

hours 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When she was a little girl growing up in Italy, my Aunt Virginia learned to make a dish called “Noodles and Nuts.” I tried the topping on carrots and parsnips instead of noodles and haven’t looked back. —Terri Collins, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 158 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 263mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch. 10/32 Parsnip Latkes with Lox and Horseradish Creme Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME

Total Time 35 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Total Time 35 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A horseradish-flavored creme fraiche brings zip to these crispy homemade latkes, which get a touch of sweetness from the parsnips. Add fresh dill sprigs for a garnish. —Todd Schmeling, Gurnee, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 71 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 110mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 11/32 Root Vegetable Pot Roast 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Root Vegetable Pot Roast Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to

We’ve scarfed it down before and after shopping, and while wrapping presents

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: During the hectic holiday season, I make this roast a lot. We’ve scarfed it down before and after shopping, and while wrapping presents. Root vegetables and roast beef make everyone feel cozy and calm. —Pat Dazis, Charlotte, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 421 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 36g protein. 12/32 Balsamic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Root Vegetables 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Balsamic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Root Vegetables Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings

6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I will always remember the way my grandmother’s house smelled when she made these balsamic chicken thighs every Sunday. Ever since she gave me the recipe, the heartwarming flavors always take me back to my childhood. — Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 480 calories, 27g fat (6g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 27g protein. 13/32 Parsnip & Celery Root Bisque 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parsnip & Celery Root Bisque Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1

Everyone enjoys the smooth texture and earthy veggies

hour 10 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a simple yet elegant soup for fall and winter. Everyone enjoys the smooth texture and earthy veggies. For a colorful garnish, sprinkle on chives and pomegranate seeds.—Merry Graham, Newhall, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 248 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 904mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. 14/32 Satay-Style Pork Stew 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Satay-Style Pork Stew Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 8 hours 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From

the Recipe Creator: Thai cuisine features flavors that are hot and sour, salty and sweet. This one-dish pork satay balances all of them using ginger and red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, garlic, lime juice and creamy peanut butter. —Nicole Werner, Ann Arbor, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup (calculated without rice): 519 calories, 30g fat (10g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 597mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 44g protein. 15/32 Creamy Root Veggie Soup 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe

Garlic, bacon and fresh thyme make it even better

From the Recipe Creator: On chilly nights, we fill the pot with parsnips and celery root for a smooth, creamy soup. Garlic, bacon and fresh thyme make it even better. —Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 295 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 851mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 8g protein. 16/32 Pot Roast with Mushrooms 22 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Contest-Winning Pot Roast with Mushrooms Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

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