As the winter season approaches, the air becomes crisp and cool, and our bodies crave warm and comforting meals. One such dish that embodies the essence of winter is a hearty and flavorful root vegetable casserole. This delectable dish combines the natural sweetness of root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, turnips, and potatoes with aromatic herbs and spices, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant colors and rich aroma, this casserole is a feast for the eyes and a delight for the palate. Whether you're hosting a family gathering, inviting friends for a cozy dinner party, or simply seeking a heartwarming meal to nourish your soul, this root vegetable casserole is the perfect choice to bring warmth and cheer to your winter table.
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ROASTED WINTER ROOT VEGETABLES
These roasted root vegetables are colorful and delicious. More importantly, they can be partially prepared so as to ease the amount of preparation on turkey day. I often serve them with roast beef as well. The recipe can be easily scaled to suit a smaller yield.
Provided by rupps
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 1h30m
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the rutabaga in a pan and cover with water. Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer until tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 5 minutes. Drain well, and cool completely. Repeat steps to cook the parsnips and carrots.
- Place completely cooled vegetables in resealable freezer bags. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 days, or freeze up to 1 month. To thaw the vegetables, refrigerate overnight and drain.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Pour the vegetable oil into a rimmed baking dish. Place the vegetables into a large mixing bowl and toss with the basil, salt, and pepper. Place the pan in preheated oven to heat for 5 minutes. Add the vegetables and toss to coat with the oil.
- Roast vegetables in preheated oven, turning every 10 minutes, until tender and golden brown, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 67.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Cut the carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and butternut squash in 1 to 1 1/4-inch cubes. All the vegetables will shrink while baking, so don't cut them too small.
- Place all the cut vegetables in a single layer on 2 baking sheets. Drizzle them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, until all the vegetables are tender, turning once with a metal spatula.
- Sprinkle with parsley, season to taste, and serve hot.
ROOT VEGETABLE CASSEROLE - FREEZER FRIENDLY COMFORT FOOD
This Root Vegetable Casserole is a superstar side dish - it's delicious, easy, cheap, healthy, versatile and can be made ahead of time. This is freezer-friendly comfort food at its best!
Provided by Myra
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel turnip, carrots, parsnips and sweet potato and cut them into chunks. I chopped the turnip smallest because it takes the longest to cook, and the sweet potato larger because it cooks faster. The carrots and parsnips are somewhere in the middle (see photo below for an example).
- Put them in a large pot with 1 teaspoon of salt, cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook until vegetables are soft enough to be pierced with a fork or sharp knife (make sure that each kind of vegetable is soft).
- Drain. I put a strainer over a large bowl so I could save the vegetable broth and make a soup. Put vegetables back in the pot.
- Use a potato masher to mash them up. Then use a hand mixer to cream them together. Add butter, cream cheese and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and mix well to combine and make them creamy.
- Spoon them into a large casserole dish. You can refrigerate, or even freeze the casserole until you're ready to eat it. When you're ready, bring the dish to room temperature and preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Sprinkle with panko. Bake until heated through (around 30 minutes) and top is browned (you might need to broil it for a couple of minutes).
- Serve hot and enjoy! :)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 132 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
WINTER ROOT VEGETABLES
Christmas dinner wouldn't be the same without this colorful side dish. We love the interesting combination of vegetables including red potatoes, brussels sprouts and parsnips covered with a zippy sauce. -Mary Jane Jones, Williamstown, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook vegetables separately in water until tender; drain. Melt butter; stir in remaining ingredients. Combine the vegetables and butter mixture; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SLOW-COOKER WINTER ROOT VEGGIE AND SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
Come home to this herbed root vegetables and smoked sausage casserole that's slow cooked for a filling dinner!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 9h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 3 1/2 to 4-quart Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker, combine all ingredients except parsley; mix well.
- Cover; cook on low setting for 7 to 9 hours.
- Just before serving, stir in parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1520 mg, Sugar 8 g
ROOT VEGETABLE CASSEROLE
A melange of root vegetables that makes a hearty, delicious dish. It uses parsnips and celeraic, two "forgotten" veggies that make this dish especially welcome and refreshing.
Provided by chuckmall
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Peel vegetables and chop into bite-sized pieces. Put in a pan of boiling water and boil for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix lemon pepper, dried parsley, dried tarragon leaves, salt, and panko bread crumbs. Stir. Pour lemon juice and olive oil over vegetables. Stir gently. Then sprinkle in half of bread crumb/spice mixture, and stir. Sprinkle in the rest and stir again. Pour into a 9x12 pan that has been coated with olive oil. Bake at 350F for 15 minutes, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.2, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 1971.8, Carbohydrate 53.9, Fiber 7, Sugar 6.4, Protein 6.9
ROOT VEGETABLES CASSEROLE FOR WINTER
Saw a picture of this one in *Successful Farming* magazine's January 08 edition and simply HAD to post it for future reference. It looks and sounds so G-O-O-D! Use the veggies in any combination, as long as you end up with 3 cups (plus the carrots, etc.). The original recipe wanted you to boil the onions with the other veggies--but that just didn't appeal to me--so I added the step with sauteeing the onions. Use your favorite melty cheese, we prefer cheddar, the original recipe called for Gruyere. Don't you love having a choice? :rofl:
Provided by Debber
Categories Onions
Time 1h
Yield 1/2 cup, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place chopped vegs in 2 cups water in saucepan & boil; simmer until tender (cooking time will vary depending on which vegs you use--check for tenderness at about 12 minutes); drain.
- While that's bubbling, saute onions in butter; set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375; grease a 1-quart casserole baking dish; set aside.
- To veggies, add nutmeg and S & P; then mash or beat until consistency you appreciate--you should have small lumps--unless you like it glue-y!
- Add sauteed onions, crumbs and eggies; mix in lightly.
- Spoon into prepped pan; bake uncovered for 35 minutes; sprinkle with cheese, bake additional 5-10 minutes (browned & knife comes out clean).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.4, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 78.2, Sodium 418.9, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 5.8
Tips:
- Select firm and fresh root vegetables: Choose vegetables that are free from blemishes, bruises, and signs of decay. Fresh vegetables will provide the best flavor and texture to your casserole.
- Cut the vegetables evenly: Uniformly cut vegetables will ensure even cooking. Aim for bite-sized pieces that will hold their shape well in the casserole.
- Roast the vegetables before adding them to the casserole: Roasting the vegetables beforehand intensifies their flavor and gives them a slightly caramelized exterior. This step is optional but highly recommended for a more flavorful casserole.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use will contribute to the overall taste of the casserole. Choose a broth that complements the flavors of the vegetables, such as vegetable broth, chicken broth, or beef broth.
- Season the casserole well: Don't be afraid to add herbs, spices, and seasonings to your casserole. This will enhance the flavors of the vegetables and create a more satisfying dish.
- Top with a crispy topping: A crispy topping, such as breadcrumbs, crushed crackers, or grated cheese, adds texture and flavor to the casserole. It also helps to absorb any excess moisture and prevent the casserole from becoming soggy.
- Let the casserole rest before serving: Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the casserole to set. It will also make it easier to slice and serve.
Conclusion:
A root vegetable casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a winter meal. With its vibrant colors, delicious flavors, and comforting textures, this casserole is sure to warm you up on a cold day. Experiment with different root vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a casserole that is uniquely yours. Whether you serve it as a main course or a side dish, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get cooking!
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