BAKED PARSNIP ROSEMARY FRIES

Serves: 8
 
2 lbs. parsnips, pared, and sliced into thin strips
2-3 tablespoons fresh minced rosemary leaves
2-3 tablespoons good green olive oil
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
 

1. Place rimmed baking sheet into the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 500º.  Leave the baking sheet in place.
2. Combine the parsnips, rosemary and black pepper in a large bowl.  Drizzle the olive oil over the top and mix well.
3. Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven.
4. Arrange the seasoned parsnips in a single layer on the now hot baking sheet and replace it in the oven.
5. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the parsnips are golden brown and crisp.  Place the parsnips on a serving dish and serve hot.

 
VARIATION – Sprinkle 4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan Cheese over the top of the parsnips before they are place in the oven.