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Published March 24, 2010, 12:00 AM

CHEF JEFF — ONE BYTE AT A TIME: Roasted Root Veggies

Roasting is a great way to prepare root vegetables.

By: Herald Staff Reports,

Roasting is a great way to prepare root vegetables.

Roasted Root Veggies

2 or 3 carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise, cut into large chunks

1 russet potato or several fingerlings, cut into chunks

1 onion, cut into thick wedges with root end intact

1 head garlic, cloves separated

1 turnip, peeled, cut into wedges

1 large parsnip, peeled, cut into 2-inch rounds, halved

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ teaspoon sea salt

Freshly ground pepper

Heat oven to 450 degrees. Place veggies in large, shallow baking dish or sheet pan in a single layer. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Roast, turning every 15 minutes, until veggies are caramelized, 45 to 55 minutes.

Yield: Serves 2.

Approximate nutritional analysis per serving: 357 calories, 34 percent of calories from fat, 14 grams fat, no cholesterol, 56 grams carbohydrates, 7 grams protein, 641 milligrams sodium, 9 grams fiber.

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