parsnip parmesan truffle fries
Confession: I love McDonald’s french fries.
Wait.
Let me restate.
Confession: I love McDonald’s french fries dipped in spicy mustard.
Please tell me you’ve tasted the spicy mustard?
You know, those perfectly white, square, dip-on-the-go containers that you always end up asking for two more of because the stingy lady behind the counter only hands out one.
Who hands out just one? What? Is there a shortage of spicy mustard? News flash to McDonalds: the minimum number of containers for proper dipping is four per medium fry.
Annnnnnd…..breathe.
Even though I’m completely smitten with McDonald’s perfectly salted fries (along with In-Out and Five Guys), if I want to actually fit into my skinny jeans, I must resist the drive-through window. Thankfully, healthier alternatives exist that will satisfy my salt addiction and won’t require me to shout loudly into a black box.
Have you ever tried parsnip fries? I finally jumped on the parsnip bandwagon last year when I got tired of looking at plain ol’ Mr. Russet Potato. Don’t get me wrong, Mr. Russet has his perks, but a girl can change her mind. Why do think there are so many options in the Uncle Nordie’s shoe section?
Anyways, parsnips are high in fiber and contain no saturated fat. It’s a totally healthy carbohydrate, which means you can for sure mix it with Parmesan cheese and truffle oil. Can I get an Amen? The cheese and truffle oil give these baked parsnip fries a chance to play in the big boy fry kingdom. They taste luxurious, but still have that rustic look.
Trust me, if you make these, your kitchen will become the new drive-through.
Headphones not included.
Parsnip Parmesan Truffle Fries
Yield: Serves 2 to 3
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
4 large parsnips, peeled, sliced into fries
olive oil
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons white truffle oil
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons chives, chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray. In a large bowl, toss parsnips with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread onto baking sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes. Then flip and bake for about 10 to 15 minutes longer, or until golden brown.
In another large bowl, combine parsley, chives, Parmesan, and truffle oil. Add the parsnips. Toss to combine and serve with yellow mustard and a giant class of beer. Or champagne. Or both.
I am a huge fan of McDonald’s fries too! These look so much better though!
Lauren replied: — February 11th, 2013 @ 2:29 pm
I am so glad I’m not alone in the love for McDonald’s fries! And yes, thank goodness parsnips are around to keep us on a healthier track.
Confession – I love ANY fries. Total weakness for me. I love, love, LOVE these, Lauren!
Lauren replied: — February 11th, 2013 @ 2:30 pm
Ha! Your comment made me giggle! You’re the best!
This is a gorgeous post. I have a parsnip in the fridge that may be repurposed for this… and confession, sometimes I go through drive through JUST for fries and hot mustard. IT’S SO SO GOOD.
Lauren replied: — February 11th, 2013 @ 3:02 pm
Thanks, Rachel! Glad you like the spicy mustard too! And a BIG congrats to you! Did you think it will be a girl? So excited for your family!
You may love McD’s but I’m a sucker for anything Truffle. These look gorge and remind me of the fries we’d eat at Laker games with parmesan crusties. I’m on these baddies.
Lauren replied: — February 11th, 2013 @ 3:28 pm
True that! Truffle oil makes anything an 11/10. Curious, do you still cheer for the Lakers, or does your heart belong to the Jazz now?
oh man, french fries will be the death of me one day. I could eat them as an entire meal. Ive been known to do that! These sound perfect! I love the addition of truffle oil!
Lauren replied: — February 12th, 2013 @ 3:33 am
Right?! French fries are just so darn tasty! And I’m with you girl, I could take down a large fry like it was my job! Good thing there are parsnips so skinny jeans remain in our circle of love.
I ADORE anything truffle!! And I am out of the oil – buying it now. THANK YOU!
Lauren replied: — February 12th, 2013 @ 3:30 am
Whoo-hoo! Glad I could help with the reminder!
Ok, this is going to sound SO wrong but it’s a guilty pleasure – i love anything from mcdonald’s. I’m obsessed with their fries and will sometimes go get a large order of fries for dinner. OMG WHY AM I ADMITTING THIS?! I guess I gotta come clean sometime..
These truffle fries would make me go crazy – I always snatch up the chance to order them at restaurants when they have them on the menu – love that i can make them at home!!
Lauren replied: — February 12th, 2013 @ 3:35 am
YES!!! Doesn’t it feel good to get that off your chest? McDonald’s is the shiz. Dude, what if McDonald’s made truffle fries? HOLY COW! That would be epic!
I have a little thing to tell you…it starts with an “I” and ends with a “you”
I heart you, girly…truffle oil is amazing and does wonders to fries…and PARSNIPS! Swooooooooon!! I want it…the fries…the beer…the spicy mustard. Brilliant!
Lauren replied: — February 12th, 2013 @ 3:37 am
OMG! You are hysterical! I heart you right back, gurrrrl! We should have a french fry party sometime with lot’s of beer:)
Confession: I love McD’s french fries too with buffalo/ranch dressing dipping sauce! I’m seriously loving these parsnip fries. Basically anything with truffles is amazing! I pretty much sprinkle truffle salt on everything, I’ll have to try truffle oil!
Lauren replied: — February 12th, 2013 @ 4:21 am
Haley! You will become obsessed with truffle oil. The best part, a little goes a long way. And I must try this buffalo/ranch dressing dipping sauce! It sounds awesome!
Woah…these sound utterly incredible and the photography is just gorgeous!
Lauren replied: — February 12th, 2013 @ 2:43 pm
Thank you! It was hard not to eat them up while I was taking their picture!
Love these! I love McDonalds fries too. It’s been sooooo long since I’ve had some!
Lauren replied: — February 12th, 2013 @ 2:44 pm
Thanks, Jamie! The world would not be the same without McDonald’s french fries! Thankfully there are healthier alternatives!
I love the soft, squishy McDonalds fries! I’m also pretty sure that those are the fries that everyone else dislikes…but I’m cool with it
I’ve been trying to sell my boyfriend on parsnips all winter….I think these will finally do the trick!
Lauren replied: — February 13th, 2013 @ 3:31 am
I can dig the soft ones in between a couple of crunchy ones! I love them all! Oh, and your boyfriend would totally dig these. I got my hubs to gobble these up!
I have never had parsnips, but I am a huge fan of french fries – and I love the seasonings on here!
Lauren replied: — February 13th, 2013 @ 3:32 am
You totally have to get on the parsnip bandwagon! These fries are the perfect way to start!
Parsnips are near and dear to my heart. These look amazing! Gorgeous photos, seriously gorgeous!
Lauren replied: — February 14th, 2013 @ 1:05 am
Thanks, Rachel! Aren’t parsnips the best? I really think everyone needs to giggity up and join the parsnip bandwagon!
I’ve never tried to make fries with parsnips! Can’t wait to give these a try!
These look amazing!! Plus, they look like McDonald’s french fries so I’m pretty sure even Parker would eat them!