**Parsnips with Gorgonzola: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet, Nutty, and Tangy Flavors**
Parsnips, often overlooked in the culinary world, take center stage in this delectable dish, where they are roasted to perfection, caramelizing their natural sugars and amplifying their earthy sweetness. The parsnips are then enveloped in a luscious sauce made from gorgonzola cheese, cream, and white wine, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. This harmonious blend of sweet, nutty, and tangy notes is further enhanced by the addition of crispy walnuts, providing a textural contrast that elevates the dish to new heights. Whether served as a side or a main course, this parsnip and gorgonzola combination will undoubtedly impress and delight your taste buds.
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PARSNIPS WITH GORGONZOLA
A wonderful combination of sweet parsnips enhanced by the piquant taste of Gorgonzola cheese. Great as an appetizer, lunch or dinner with some crusty bread and a green salad dressed with a tart vinaigrette. I served it as a side dish with a roast of pork.
Provided by Elly in Canada
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 1 casserole, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook parsnips whole in salted water until tender.
- This will take about 20 minutes.
- Drain, halve lengthwise.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat; cook parsnips until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 - 8 minutes.
- In a lightly greased baking dish fit parnips snugly, arrange parsnips cut sides up.
- Sprinkle onions over top.
- Break cheese into pieces and distribute over the parsnips; grind pepper over all.
- Bake 500F degrees until cheese is very lightly browned, 10 - 12 minutes.
- Serves 4 as a main course; 6 appetizers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.1, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 745.2, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 10.8
PARSNIP-WRAPPED DEVILS ON HORSEBACK
This vegetarian version of the classic appetizer uses soy sauce, smoked paprika, and smoked almonds to pack so much savory flavor that no one will miss the traditional bacon. Use Gorgonzola dolce if you prefer a more mild blue cheese flavor.
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories Hors D'Oeuvre Appetizer Parsnip New Year's Eve Date Almond Vegetarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Paprika Blue Cheese Thanksgiving
Yield Makes 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 450°F. Very thinly slice parsnip with a vegetable peeler to create wide, long ribbons.
- Whisk soy sauce, paprika, and 1/4 cup oil in a medium bowl. Add parsnip ribbons, toss to combine, and let sit 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, stuff heaping 1/2-teaspoonfuls of cheese into each date. Place 1 almond in the center of each. Wrap parsnip ribbons around each date, using 2 ribbons if necessary to cover middle section of date; reserve soy sauce mixture. Secure ribbons with a toothpick. Arrange dates on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake 5 minutes, then remove toothpicks and brush with soy sauce mixture. Continue to bake until parsnip ribbons are browned and slightly crisped, about 3 minutes more. Serve immediately.
- Do Ahead
- Dates can be assembled 1 day ahead; cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before baking.
GORGONZOLA SHRIMP PASTA
This creamy pasta dish is so quick and easy. It's perfect for weeknights, but feels special enough for company. -Robin Haas, West Roxbury, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook penne according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and garlic; cook until shrimp are pink, 5-10 minutes. Remove from pan and keep warm., Stir cranberries and wine into same pan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is almost evaporated, about 5 minutes., Drain penne, reserving 1 cup of pasta water; add penne to pan. Stir in spinach, cream cheese, Gorgonzola cheese, parsley, salt and reserved shrimp. Cook and stir until mixture is heated through and cheeses are melted, about 5 minutes, adding enough reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Top with chopped walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 422mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
WILD MUSHROOM AND PARSNIP RAGOUT WITH CHEESY POLENTA
This hearty, vegetarian mixed-mushroom ragout (also know as ragù) gets a boost of earthy flavor from umami-packed tomato and miso pastes.
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories No Meat, No Problem Wheat/Gluten-Free Mushroom Vegetarian Dinner Parsnip Parmesan Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa Hazelnut
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium. Add onion, garlic, and thyme and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to release moisture and turns translucent, 2-3 minutes. Add parsnip and cook until parsnip begins to soften, 3-5 minutes more. Add mushrooms and remaining 1 Tbsp. oil and cook until mushrooms are well-browned and cooked through, 5-7 minutes more.
- Add miso, tomato paste, and 3/4 tsp. salt to pan and cook, stirring, until tomato paste begins to caramelize, about 1 minute. Add cornstarch and stir to coat, about 30 seconds. Add wine and cook, scraping bottom of pan with a wooden spoon to release brown bits, then add 1 1/2 cups room-temperature water. Bring mixture to a simmer, continuing to scrape bottom of pan and adding water by the tablespoon if pan starts to dry out, and cook until sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 10-12 minutes. Taste and season with salt if needed.
- Meanwhile, cook polenta, 5 cups milk, and 1 tsp. salt according to package directions. When polenta thickens, stir in 1/4 cup cheese. Taste and add salt and milk, if needed.
- Transfer polenta to a large serving bowl. Top with mushroom ragout, remaining 1/4 cup cheese, and hazelnuts.
Tips:
- Choose the right parsnips. Look for firm, unblemished parsnips that are about the same size. Smaller parsnips will cook more evenly.
- Peel the parsnips thinly. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Roast the parsnips at a high temperature. This will help them caramelize and develop a delicious flavor.
- Toss the parsnips with olive oil and seasonings before roasting. This will help them brown and develop flavor.
- Roast the parsnips until they are tender and slightly browned. The parsnips should be easily pierced with a fork.
- Serve the parsnips immediately. They can be served on their own or with a variety of sides, such as roasted chicken, fish, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Parsnips are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. They are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they are also low in calories. This recipe for parsnips with gorgonzola is a simple and easy way to enjoy this healthy and flavorful vegetable. The parsnips are roasted until tender and slightly browned, and then they are tossed with melted gorgonzola cheese and chopped walnuts. The result is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion.
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