Quick and Simple Roots

== Description ==
Vegetable of the Month: Root Vegetables by the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, public domain government resource—original source of article
* Serves: 4
== Ingredients ==
* 2 medium parsnips or rutabagas, peeled and cut in ¾" x ¼" strips
* 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut in ¾’ x ¼" strips
* 1 tsp olive oil
* ⅛ tsp salt
* ⅛ tsp black pepper
== Directions ==
# Place in steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 15 minutes, lifting cover periodically during steaming to release steam and acids that can contribute to bitterness.
# Check for desired tenderness at 15 minutes; cook longer if softer texture is desired.
# Remove from steamer basket, empty water from pan, return parsnips and carrots to pan and season lightly with olive oil, salt and fresh ground pepper.
# Shake or stir gently to coat with seasonings.
# Serve immediately or leave partially covered to conserve heat until ready to serve.
Category:Vegan Side Dish Recipes
Category:Parsnip Recipes
Category:Rutabaga Recipes
Category:Carrot Recipes