Adapted from BonAppetit.comA delicious and adaptable preparation of winter root veggies using rutabagas, parsnips & turnips. Substitute winter squash or other root veggies, if these aren't available.
12oz.rutabagastrimmed, peeled, cut into ¾- to 1-inch wedges
1and 1/2 TBS. extra-virgin olive oil
1and 1/2 TBS. buttermelted
Salt and pepper
Instructions
Make glaze by mixing melted butter, honey, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, ground chili, cumin, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Salt to taste and let stand roughly 45 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Select a large, rimmed baking sheet. Oil lightly or line with parchment paper. Place cut root vegetables in a large bowl. Drizzle with melted butter and olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss well to coat. Transfer to baking sheet and roast until vegetables are soft and browned in spots, turning occasionally, about 50 minutes.
Pour glaze over vegetables and turn to coat evenly. Roast until glaze is absorbed and vegetables are browned, turning occasionally, about 15 to 20 minutes longer. Serve warm.
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Notes
*Maple syrup or other liquid sweetener may substitute for honey
If fresh herbs are unavailable, substitute 3/4 tsp. dried thyme or 3/4 tsp. dried, ground rosemary
If parsnips are oversized, remove woody core and discard
To reduce cooking time, cut veggies into smaller pieces.
Nutrition: Per serving (6 total): Calories 227; Total Fat 12g ; Sat Fat 5g; Sodium 164mg; Carbs 32g; Fiber 6g; Total Sugars 19g; Added Sugars 12g; Protein 2g; Vit D 0mcg; Calcium 75mg; Iron 1mg; Potassium 535mg; Vit C 44% DV; Manganese 24% DV.