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Parsnips

Inventory, 20 lbs : 58.29
This item was last sold on : 04/12/21

• 60 Featured Restaurants

• 28 Recipe Ideas

• 3 Sharess

Description/Taste

Parsnips have a long taproot that can grow up to a foot in length and roughly three inches in diameter at the crown. Growing above ground, the plant’s foliage resembles large celery leaves and stems. The tapered root varies in skin color depending on variety, from a yellow-beige to a brighter white. A Parsnip’s flesh is always a creamy white. Parsnips have smooth skin with a sweet, nutty flavor and fine grained flesh.

Seasons/Availability

Available year-round, Parsnips have a peak season in winter.

Current Facts

Parsnips are botanically known as Pastinaca sativa, and are part of the Apiaceae family. The long, pale roots are closely related to carrots, parsley and dill. Parsnips have become a common garden crop in cold-climate regions because the root needs a longer growing period to develop its sweet flavor. There are three commercial varieties of Parsnip root, All American, Hollow Crown Improved and Harris Model, all of which are fairly common in taste and appearance.

Nutritional Value

Parsnips are a good source of folate, potassium and vitamin C. They also contain fiber, which is beneficial for digestion.

Applications

Parsnips, like carrots, may be used in sweet or savory preparations because of their high natural sugar content. Cook diced Parsnips in milk and sugar until tender, then puree, strain and freeze into ice cream. Boil cooked Parsnips until tender, then mash with butter and cream and blue cheese. Saute sliced Parsnips with onions, tomatoes, and vegetable stock, then blend into soup. Thinly slice Parsnip root, fennel and celery root, then toss with a lemon vinaigrette. Store Parsnip root as you would carrots, cool and dry for up to two weeks.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Parsnips were once more popular in Europe than either carrots or potatoes. A staple in kitchens throughout Europe, Parsnips were often eaten during the Christian tradition of Lent, and were considered a good substitute for meat during times of fasting.

Geography/History

Parsnips are native to the eastern Mediterranean region and were cultivated from the wild. The taproot pre-dated potatoes by one hundred years and was quite popular in most households throughout Europe. Colonists traveling to the New World introduced Parsnips to the Americas in 1609. Though popular during the winter in North America, Parsnips are more widely consumed in northern and Eastern Europe and western Asia.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Chateau La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-459-4451
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
The Wild Thyme Company	San Diego CA	858-527-0226
Neighborhood Burger	San Diego CA	619-446-0002
University Club	San Diego CA	619-234-5200
Kismet Refining Company	Escondido CA	708-370-4734
Shoreside Support Boat	San Diego CA	704-277-7929
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
Dan Gonzales Inc.	San Diego CA	858-922-0522
Organic Memories	San Diego CA	804-366-5703
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District	El Cajon CA	619-644-7585
Blue Ocean La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-999-4073
Luce	San Diego CA	619-275-2094
One Door North	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Ron Oliver	San Diego	619-295-3172
Azuki Sushi Lounge	San Diego CA	619-238-4760
Orfila Vineyards & Winery	Oceanside CA	760-738-6500
Stake Chophouse & Bar	Coronado CA	619-522-0077
Mesa College	San Diego CA	619-388-2240
PFC Fitness Camp	Carlsbad CA	888-488-8936

the other 40...

Portside Pier (Brigantine)	San Diego CA	858-268-1030
Scuderie Italia	San Diego CA	858-352-6912
Rare Society	San Diego CA	619-501-6404
The Prado at Balboa Park Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-744-3732
Nectarine Grove	Encinitas CA	760-944-4525
Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Jack Monaco Creative Consulting	San Diego CA	619-318-2633
Farm Fresh Meals	San Diego CA	760-707-2383
Tartine	Coronado CA	619-435-4323
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
Monarch	Del Mar CA	619-308-6500
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-365-5655
Avant	San Diego CA	858-675-8505
Bahia Resort Hotel	San Diego CA	858-488-0551
Chef Drew Mc Partlin	San Diego CA	619-990-9201
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Continental Catering Inc	La Mesa CA	907-738-9264
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	508-320-6644
The Smoking Goat	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill	San Diego CA	619-497-0914
Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap	San Diego CA	619-795-9463
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-380-9840
Bistro du Marche by Tapenade	La Jolla CA	858-551-7500
The Farm Golf Club	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-5585
Glenbrook Health Center	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Morgan Run Resort and Club	Rancho Sante Fe CA	858-756-2471
Saiko Sushi-Coronado	Coronado CA	619-435-0868
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Zeca Trading Co.	San Diego CA	619-410-1576
InterContinental Vistal Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	760-230-2337
Javier Plascencia	Bonita CA	619-295-3172
La Jolla Country Club	San Diego CA	858-454-9601
Del Mar Country Club	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-5500 x207
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla	San Diego CA	808-868-8639
Crown Point Catering	San Diego CA	619-223-1211
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Parsnips. One

is easiest, three is harder.

She Likes Food		Roasted Root Vegetable Soup
Food & Style		Root Vegetable Hash Browns with Scallions
Confessions of a Foodie		Baked Zucchini & Parsnip Patties
The Daring Gourmet		Creamy Mashed Parsnips & Potatoes with Horseradish
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Parmesan Bruschetta with Arugula
Sweet Phi		Secret Ingredient Mashed Potatoes
Nyssa's Kitchen		Creamy Dairy Free Parsnip and Chive Soup
Nom Nom Paleo		Cauliflower, Carrot, and Parsnip Puree
Fit Mitten Kitchen		Easy Garlic Coconut Oil Parsnip Fries
Homemade Baby Food Recipes		Chicken, Parsnip and Pear Puree

the other 18...

Eat Love Eat		Spiced Parsnip Lentil Salad
Trial & Eater		Challah Apple Vegetarian Stuffing
A Family Feast		Parsnip and Celery Root Puree
Salt and Pepper Skillet		Braised Short Ribs with Parsnip-Potato Puree
My Jewish Learning		Parsnip, Cherry, and Walnut Coffee Cake with Gingerbread Glaze
Gourmande in the Kitchen		Parsnip Hummus Dip
Yummy Beet		Summer Quinoa Salad
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Bacon Pasta
Sweet As Honey		Parsnip Pizza Crust
An Edible Mosaic		Parsnip Cake
Town and Country Living		Vegetable Pot Pie
Giraffes Can Bake		Parsnip and Raspberry Cupcakes with Raspberry Swirl Cream Cheese Frosting
Feasting at Home		Vegan Shepherds Pie
Hot Eats & Cool Reads		Roasted Parsnip Breakfast Home Fries
Foodness Gracious		Oven Roasted Parsnips with Thyme
Inspiralized		Spiralized Parsnips with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta
The View from Great Island		Honeyed Parsnips
Bare Root Girl		Creamy Whipped Parsnips

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University District Farmers Market

Kirsop Farm
855 Trosper Rd SW #108-189 Tumwater WA 98512
360-402-5028
https://www.kirsopfarm.com

Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 94 days ago, 1/09/21
Sharer's comments : A nice tasty alternative to carrots in your winter stew!

Mother's Market & Kitchen

Mother’s Market & Kitchen
1890 Newport Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92627
949-631-4741

Near Costa Mesa, California, United States
About 662 days ago, 6/21/19

Whole Foods Market Near Solana Beach, California, United States
About 718 days ago, 4/26/19