What is it?
I know its a vegetable.
2006-11-11 15:30:09 · 12 answers · asked by Jake J 2 in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
Parsnips are a white root vegetable that look similar to a carrot. I usually bake them with a roast or use them in a stew. Here is an interesting link. http://homecooking.about.com/cs/vegetables/a/parsnip.htm
2006-11-11 15:41:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The parsnip is a root vegetable related to the carrot, which it resembles, although it has a paler color and a stronger flavor. Like carrots, parsnips are native to Europe and have been eaten since ancient times. Indeed, until the potato arrived from the New World its place in dishes was occupied by the parsnip. Parsnips can be boiled, roasted or used in stews, soups and casseroles.
2006-11-11 23:31:46 · answer #2 · answered by tasha123us 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a root vegetable, kind of shaped like a carrot but generally, a bit fatter. It is almost off-white in colour and when cooked it has a softer, yet wiry (kind of a oxymoron) texture. It's flavour is mild with a hint of anise. Makes a nice soup!
Try the link for a picture.
2006-11-11 23:31:21 · answer #3 · answered by Wren 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They're a root vegetable closely related to carrots. They are white, and tougher, and have a more aromatic flavor. I like them boiled and mashed with potatoes, garlic and butter.
2006-11-11 23:40:01 · answer #4 · answered by Ted 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a root vegetable that looks something like a whit carrot and tastes similar to turnips.
2006-11-11 23:33:34 · answer #5 · answered by babydoll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a vegetable that looks like a large, white radish. I believe it is dug up from the ground like a radish as well. I think you cook it. Don't know if it can be eaten raw or not.
2006-11-11 23:32:11 · answer #6 · answered by blondee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vegetable related to the carrot,
2006-11-11 23:32:32 · answer #7 · answered by =] 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It looks like a carrot but a bit bigger and it's a creamy colour.
It has quite a strong taste but is nice in small doses.
2006-11-11 23:33:27 · answer #8 · answered by Ambience 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are delicious when prepared correctly---most of them are dipped in wax to preserve them--peel off wax and skin then slice in half length ways and boil in water until fork tender--drain carefully and place in cassarole dish cut tablespoons of butter on top and sprinkle with paprika and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until butter is melted -- i use enough butter to melt and use as a basting sauce when served.
2006-11-12 13:10:38 · answer #9 · answered by lake living 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a vegetable that produces its crop underground.
2006-11-11 23:41:55 · answer #10 · answered by redbass 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋