Spiced Parsnips with Toasted Pecans

    Toasted pecans enhance parsnips' nutty, earthy flavors in this cozy appetizer.
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    Spiced Parsnips with Toasted Pecans

    Recipe by Nicole Papantoniou

    Start to Finish: 30 minutes

    Servings: 6

    Ingredients

    • 2 lb. parsnips, peeled and cut into 4-inch-long pieces (halved if large)
    • 6 tbsp. butter, cut into cubes
    • 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
    • 2 tsp. sugar
    • 1/3 cup toasted pecans, chopped

    Preparation

    In bowl, toss first 4 ingredients; season. Arrange parsnips on rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 425° until tender, about 20 minutes. Toss until coated. Top with nuts.