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Parsnips

Inventory, 20 lbs : 5.26
This item was last sold on : 09/26/20

• 44 Featured Restaurants

• 28 Recipe Ideas

• 4 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.

Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
The Wild Thyme Company	San Diego CA	858-527-0226
Farm Fresh Meals	Vista CA	760-707-2383
Ron Oliver
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Shakespeare's Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea	San Diego CA	619-683-2748
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-543-2764
Barleymash	San Diego CA	619-276-6700 x304
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	858-273-8440
Food of Joy	San Diego CA	858-531-6616
Nectarine Grove	Encinitas CA	760-944-4525
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
Continental Catering Inc	La Mesa CA	619-698-3500
Glenbrook Health Center	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1000
Kettner Exchange	San Diego CA	312-415-5455
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-381-8289
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District	El Cajon CA	619-644-7585

the other 24...

Royal Polaris Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
Nomad Donuts	San Diego CA	619-431-5000
Comercializadora de Especialdides	Vista Hermosa Ej Chapuitepec B.C.	526242127540
Wine Vault & Bistro	San Diego CA	619-295-3939
The Flavor Chef (Catering)	Vista CA	619-295-3172
Eclipse Chocolate	San Diego CA	619-578-2984
Estancia Adobe	San Diego CA	858-550-1000
Le Papagayo	Encinitas CA	760-944-8252
Reata Glen	Ladera Ranch CA	949-545-2250
Beaumont's	San Diego CA	858-459-0474
Ciccia Osteria	San Diego CA	619-674-4069
Aztec Shop Catering	San Diego CA	619-594-3576
Tartine	Coronado CA	619-435-4323
Park Hyatt Aviara	Carlsbad CA	760-448-1234
Bahia Resort Hotel	San Diego CA	858-488-0551
Shoreside Support Boat	San Diego CA	704-277-7929
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Pacifica Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-792-0505
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
KI's	Encinitas CA	760-436-5236
Mesa College	San Diego CA	619-388-2240
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-657-6473
Now Sushi	San Diego CA	480-429-6666
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Parsnips. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Eat Love Eat		Spiced Parsnip Lentil Salad
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Bacon Pasta
Inspiralized		Spiralized Parsnips with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta
Yummy Beet		Summer Quinoa Salad
My Jewish Learning		Parsnip, Cherry, and Walnut Coffee Cake with Gingerbread Glaze
Feasting at Home		Vegan Shepherds Pie
Gourmande in the Kitchen		Parsnip Hummus Dip
Sweet As Honey		Parsnip Pizza Crust
An Edible Mosaic		Parsnip Cake
Hot Eats & Cool Reads		Roasted Parsnip Breakfast Home Fries

the other 18...

Giraffes Can Bake		Parsnip and Raspberry Cupcakes with Raspberry Swirl Cream Cheese Frosting
Sweet Phi		Secret Ingredient Mashed Potatoes
Homemade Baby Food Recipes		Chicken, Parsnip and Pear Puree
The View from Great Island		Honeyed Parsnips
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Parmesan Bruschetta with Arugula
Trial & Eater		Challah Apple Vegetarian Stuffing
Salt and Pepper Skillet		Braised Short Ribs with Parsnip-Potato Puree
Fit Mitten Kitchen		Easy Garlic Coconut Oil Parsnip Fries
Town and Country Living		Vegetable Pot Pie
Nyssa's Kitchen		Creamy Dairy Free Parsnip and Chive Soup
Food and Style		Root Vegetable Hash Browns with Scallions
Nom Nom Paleo		Cauliflower, Carrot, and Parsnip Puree
She Likes Food		Roasted Root Vegetable Soup
A Family Feast		Parsnip and Celery Root Puree
The Daring Gourmet		Creamy Mashed Parsnips & Potatoes with Horseradish
Confessions of a Foodie		Baked Zucchini & Parsnip Patties
Foodness Gracious		Oven Roasted Parsnips with Thyme
Bare Root Girl		Creamy Whipped Parsnips

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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 464 days ago, 6/21/19

Whole Foods Market Near Solana Beach, California, United States
About 520 days ago, 4/26/19

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 565 days ago, 3/12/19

Virginia Park Farmer's Market

Weiser Family Farms
http://www.weiserfamilyfarms.com

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 631 days ago, 1/05/19
Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market.