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Parsnips

Inventory, 20 lbs : 9.67
This item was last sold on : 07/25/21

• 44 Featured Restaurants

• 29 Recipe Ideas

• 1 Shares

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.

Ciccia Osteria	San Diego CA	619-674-4069
Nectarine Grove	Encinitas CA	760-944-4525
Louisiana Purchase	San Diego CA
Farm Fresh Meals	San Diego CA	760-707-2383
Royal Polaris Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	760-230-2337
Nate's Garden Grill	San Diego CA	619-607-0117
The Wild Thyme Company	San Diego CA	858-527-0226
Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
La Costa Glen South	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District	El Cajon CA	619-644-7585
Tartine	Coronado CA	619-435-4323
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
Semola	La Jolla CA	858-247-9670
Blue Ocean La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-999-4073
Glenbrook Health Center	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Galaxy Taco	La Jolla CA	858-228-5655
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500

the other 24...

Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20)	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Storyhouse Spirits	San Diego CA	801-949-5955
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	508-320-6644
InterContinental Banquet Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club	San Diego CA	858-454-7126
Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef	San Diego CA	347-277-1958
Reata Glen	Ladera Ranch CA	949-545-2250
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla	San Diego CA	808-868-8639
Jack Monaco Creative Consulting	San Diego CA	619-318-2633
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
PFC Fitness Camp	Carlsbad CA	888-488-8936
Alila Marea Beach Resort	Encinitas CA	805-539-9719
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-380-9840
AToN Center Inc.	Encinitas CA	858-759-5017
University Club	San Diego CA	619-234-5200
Peohes	Coronado CA	619-437-4474
The Smoking Goat	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Portside Pier (Brigantine)	San Diego CA	858-268-1030
Wheat & Water	La Jolla CA	858-291-8690
Mangia Mangia	Valley Center CA	619-295-3172

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Parsnips. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Sweet As Honey		Parsnip Pizza Crust
Salt and Pepper Skillet		Braised Short Ribs with Parsnip-Potato Puree
Gourmande in the Kitchen		Parsnip Hummus Dip
An Edible Mosaic		Parsnip Cake
Food & Style		Root Vegetable Hash Browns with Scallions
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Bacon Pasta
Homemade Baby Food Recipes		Chicken, Parsnip and Pear Puree
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Parmesan Bruschetta with Arugula
Fit Mitten Kitchen		Easy Garlic Coconut Oil Parsnip Fries
Inspiralized		Spiralized Parsnips with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta

the other 19...

Nom Nom Paleo		Cauliflower, Carrot, and Parsnip Puree
Eat Love Eat		Spiced Parsnip Lentil Salad
Sweet Phi		Secret Ingredient Mashed Potatoes
Foodness Gracious		Oven Roasted Parsnips with Thyme
She Likes Food		Roasted Root Vegetable Soup
Hot Eats & Cool Reads		Roasted Parsnip Breakfast Home Fries
A Family Feast		Parsnip and Celery Root Puree
Trial & Eater		Challah Apple Vegetarian Stuffing
The Daring Gourmet		Creamy Mashed Parsnips & Potatoes with Horseradish
Meg Is Well		Mushroom Medley Chicken and Parsnip Noodle Soup
Feasting at Home		Vegan Shepherds Pie
Bare Root Girl		Creamy Whipped Parsnips
Yummy Beet		Summer Quinoa Salad
Town and Country Living		Vegetable Pot Pie
Nyssa's Kitchen		Creamy Dairy Free Parsnip and Chive Soup
My Jewish Learning		Parsnip, Cherry, and Walnut Coffee Cake with Gingerbread Glaze
The View from Great Island		Honeyed Parsnips
Confessions of a Foodie		Baked Zucchini & Parsnip Patties
Giraffes Can Bake		Parsnip and Raspberry Cupcakes with Raspberry Swirl Cream Cheese Frosting

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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 198 days ago, 1/09/21
Sharer's comments : A nice tasty alternative to carrots in your winter stew!