Roasted Root Vegetables with Crushed Pepitas
Ingredients
3 parsnips, stems trimmed
8 rainbow carrots, cleaned and halved
2-inch knob of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
Flaky sea salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
half cup chicken stock
1 lemon, for zesting
Cooking Instructions
Preheat oven to 425˚F.
Prepare parsnips, slice thin tips from the parsnips to prevent from burning and discard. Slice parsnips into quarters, slicing fist in half and then again in half lengthwise to create 2-inch pieces.
Heat a 14-inch skillet over high heat and drizzle with oil, once hot sear vegetables in batches, starting with carrots followed by red onions, turnips, and parsnips. Season generously with salt, pepper, and drizzle with more olive oil to coat, continue cooking until caramelized.
To finish - toss vegetables with fresh chopped herbs and remaining butter. Enjoy warm.