Title: Parsnip Pure with Orange
Categories: Vegetable Check
Yield: 4 Servings

4	c	Parsnips, sliced cut about 1/2" thick
1		2" strip orange zest
1	c	Chicken stock
		Juice of 1 orange
1/4	ts	Grated orange zest
1	tb	Butter cut into bits
		Salt and pepper to taste

Combine parsnips, orange zest, and stock in a 10-inch skillet. Bring to a boil over high heat, lower the heat to a simmer, and cover the pan. Cook for about hour, until the parsnips are soft. Discard the orange zest.

Pass the parsnips and what is left of the cooking liquid through a food mill or pure them in a food processor. Stir in the orange juice, grated zest, butter, salt and pepper and serve.

Note: This can be made a few days ahead. Either reheat it gently on top of the stove, stirring often, or put the pure in an ovenproof casserole and reheat, covered, in a 375F oven. You can also leave the casserole uncovered and top it with buttered crumbs if you like.

Sides by Melicia Phillips ISBN 0-517-59687-3 pg 42

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