Name: Buttered Peas and Parsnips
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cups frozen peas, defrosted; Pinch of sugar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Parsnips are a creamy white root vegetable with a mild flavor, similar to, but slightly sweeter than carrots. They make a perfect partner for peas in this simple, versatile side dish.

Buttered Peas and Parsnips

This simple twist on classic peas and carrots makes an easy and versatile side dish.

Author: Lynne Webb
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

1/2 lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups frozen peas, defrosted
Pinch of sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Place the parsnips in a saucepan with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover with cold water and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cook until tender when pierced with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and return the pan to the stove.
Add the butter, and once melted, add the peas and sugar. Cook until the peas are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.

Buttered Peas and Parsnips