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Parsnips

Inventory, 20 lbs : 0
This item was last sold on : 04/02/20

• 67 Featured Restaurants

• 28 Recipe Ideas

• 6 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.

Little Frenchie	Coronado CA	619-522-6890
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Lucky Bolt	San Diego CA	917-969-9500
Pete's Premade Paleo	San Diego CA	770-359-8274
Jeune Et Jolie	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
The Cork and Craft	San Diego CA	858-618-2463
Reata Glen	Mission Viejo CA	949-545-2250
Firefly Beach	San Diego CA	619-222-6440
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-543-2764
Rustic Root	San Diego CA	619-232-1747
Georges at the Cove	San Diego CA	858-454-4244
Sheraton Carlsbad (Banquets)	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
Buona Forchetta (Liberty Station)	San Diego CA	619-458-9231
Toast Catering	san diego CA	858-208-9422
Comercializadora de Especialdides	Vista Hermosa Ej Chapuitepec B.C.	526242127540
Sheraton La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-453-5500
Little Lion	San Diego CA	619-519-4079
Town & Country Banquet	San Diego CA	800-221-9730
Top of the Market	San Diego CA	619-234-4867
Catering By Felicia G.	San Diego CA	619-742-4747

the other 47...

Cow by Bear	San Diego CA	415-565-9989
Royal Polaris Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
The Bellows	San Marcos CA	619-395-6325
Mangia Mangia	CA	619-295-3172
Urban Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-239-2222
Exhale	Oceanside CA	760-420-2098
Bistro du Marche by Tapenade	La Jolla CA	858-551-7500
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District	El Cajon CA	619-644-7585
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
The Wild Thyme Company	San Diego CA	858-527-0226
Regulars Wanted Beanery	Ramona CA	619-719-8634
InterContinental Banquet Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
The Guild Hotel	San Diego CA	858-373-3184
Barbarella La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-454-7373
The Original 40 Brewing	San Diego CA	619-206-4725
Mitch's Seafood	San Diego CA	619-222-8787
The Smoking Goat	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Farm Fresh Meals	Vista CA	760-707-2383
AToN Center Inc.	Encinitas CA	858-759-5017
Trust Restaurant	San Diego CA	609-780-7572
Decoy Dockside Restaurant	San Marcos CA	760-653-3230
Park Commons Sorrento Valley	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Cutwater Spirits	San Diego CA	619-672-3848
Jensens Finest Foods - Deli	San Diego CA	619-550-2097
Martinis above Fourth	San Diego CA	619-241-2622
Fish Market Solana Beach	Solana Beach CA	858-755-2277
Jake's Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-755-2002
Wine Vault & Bistro	San Diego CA	619-295-3939
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-381-8289
Homestead Solana Beach	Solana Beach CA	858-209-0149
Tartine	Coronado CA	619-435-4323
Chateau Lake San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-471-0083
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
The Patio on Lamont	San Diego CA	619-235-5606
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Dan Diegos	San Diego CA	619-276-1170
Brigantine Corp	San Diego CA	858-926-9644
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Dinner With A View	San Diego CA	226-979-7762
Culinary Concepts	San Diego CA	858-530-1885
Nate's Garden Grill	San Diego CA	619-607-0117
Siesel's Meats	San Diego CA	619-275-1234
Campfire	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
Village Vino	San Diego CA	619-546-8466
La Costa Glen North	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1436

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Parsnips. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Trial & Eater		Challah Apple Vegetarian Stuffing
Bare Root Girl		Creamy Whipped Parsnips
Foodness Gracious		Oven Roasted Parsnips with Thyme
Giraffes Can Bake		Parsnip and Raspberry Cupcakes with Raspberry Swirl Cream Cheese Frosting
The Daring Gourmet		Creamy Mashed Parsnips & Potatoes with Horseradish
She Likes Food		Roasted Root Vegetable Soup
My Jewish Learning		Parsnip, Cherry, and Walnut Coffee Cake with Gingerbread Glaze
Fit Mitten Kitchen		Easy Garlic Coconut Oil Parsnip Fries
Sweet As Honey		Parsnip Pizza Crust
Food and Style		Root Vegetable Hash Browns with Scallions

the other 18...

Feasting at Home		Vegan Shepherds Pie
Salt and Pepper Skillet		Braised Short Ribs with Parsnip-Potato Puree
Inspiralized		Spiralized Parsnips with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta
Yummy Beet		Summer Quinoa Salad
A Family Feast		Parsnip and Celery Root Puree
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Bacon Pasta
Sweet Phi		Secret Ingredient Mashed Potatoes
Hot Eats & Cool Reads		Roasted Parsnip Breakfast Home Fries
Eat Love Eat		Spiced Parsnip Lentil Salad
Nyssa's Kitchen		Creamy Dairy Free Parsnip and Chive Soup
Gourmande in the Kitchen		Parsnip Hummus Dip
Confessions of a Foodie		Baked Zucchini & Parsnip Patties
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Parsnip and Parmesan Bruschetta with Arugula
Town and Country Living		Vegetable Pot Pie
An Edible Mosaic		Parsnip Cake
Nom Nom Paleo		Cauliflower, Carrot, and Parsnip Puree
The View from Great Island		Honeyed Parsnips
Homemade Baby Food Recipes		Chicken, Parsnip and Pear Puree

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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 287 days ago, 6/21/19

Whole Foods Market Near Solana Beach, California, United States
About 343 days ago, 4/26/19

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 388 days ago, 3/12/19

Virginia Park Farmer's Market

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

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 454 days ago, 1/05/19
Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market.

Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market - Interbay
2001 15th Avenue W, Seattle 98119
206-352-5440

Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 671 days ago, 6/02/18
Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Whole Foods Market. Organic Local Parsnips are an excellent substitute for carrots or right along side them on your dinner plate :)

Trader Joe's Near La Grange, Illinois, United States
About 729 days ago, 4/05/18