A key component of many a Christmas dinner is the humble parsnip – and Jamie Oliver has a recipe that promises to take them to new heights.
His roasted parsnips recipe offers a “real festive feel” and they’re straightforward to prepare, reports the Mirror. They serve eight as a side dish, and take an hour and 20 minutes to make – but they’re absolutely worth it.
The recipe description, per Jamie’s website says: “The acidity of the vinegar cuts through the sweetness of the parsnips beautifully here, and the combo of bay and honey adds a real festive feel. For the best results, don’t peel them.”
Roasted parsnips
To make them taste divine, you will need:
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg medium parsnips
- 50 g unsalted butter
- 4 fresh bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon white or red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons runny honey
The process may seem lengthy at first glance, but it’s actually quite straightforward.
- Start by preheating the oven to 180C/gas 4. Then, scrub the parsnips and blanch them whole in a large pan of boiling salted water for five minutes.
- After this time, strain them and let them steam until dry. Place them in a large roasting tray, dot with butter, and season with sea salt and black pepper.
- Toss them to ensure they’re fully coated, and arrange them in a single layer. They then need to be roasted for one hour in the oven.
- After an hour, remove the tray from the oven, quickly scatter over the bay leaves, and drizzle with the vinegar and honey. Toss them again, and roast for a final ten minutes, or until they’re beautifully golden.
- Once prepared, these can be served as part of a festive feast or to enhance your regular Sunday roast.