Irresistible Oven-Roasted Creamy Parsnips

Ingredients

- 2 lbs parsnips, peeled and uniformly chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup water or chicken stock
- 1/2 cup cream or half-and-half
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure optimal roasting conditions for the parsnips.

2. Prepare the Parsnips: Place the chopped parsnips in a large mixing bowl. Add the extra-virgin olive oil, and gently toss the parsnips to ensure they are evenly coated.

3. Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the parsnips to taste. For a touch of warmth, add the ground nutmeg and gently combine.

4. Roast: Arrange the seasoned parsnips in a single layer on a large baking sheet, ensuring there's enough space around each piece for even roasting. Place in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 20 minutes.

5. Add Liquid: Carefully remove the baking sheet after 20 minutes. Pour the water or chicken stock over the parsnips, ensuring they remain in a single layer. Continue to roast for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the parsnips are golden brown and tender.

6. Create the Creamy Element: Once the parsnips are fully roasted, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Transfer the parsnips to a deep serving dish. Over low heat, gently stir in the cream or half-and-half to the warm parsnips, coating them well and adding a creamy texture.

7. Final Touches: Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or nutmeg to taste. Serve the creamy roasted parsnips hot as a delicious dinner side.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time:
PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking Time:
PT40M
40 minutes

Total Time

- PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Roasted parsnips
- Creamy parsnips
- Oven-roasted dinner
- Nutmeg seasoning
- Vegetable side dish
- Comfort food
- Easy gourmet recipe
- Root vegetable dish
- Holiday side dish
- Elegant dinner ideas

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- 840 calories for the entire dish

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