But, I’m home now, and feel as if I’m finally settling back into a routine. I cleaned the house like a maniac yesterday and purged the pantry of old jars of condiments I’ll never use and nondescript bags of stale spices. Feeling like I’m in control of some small aspect of my life makes all the difference. Things feel clearer and calmer and I’m more grateful than ever for the things that ground me: play time with the dogs, falling asleep to the sound of Anders’ heart beat and comfort food.
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MEXICAN STYLE PARSNIP FRIES
Serves 2
INGREDIENTS
5 parsnips, peeled and sliced into thin sticks
3 tablespoons high heat oil (I used avocado, but coconut would work too)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
TOPPINGS
1 15oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Del Viejo Datil Pepper Salsa
crumbled cotija cheese
sour cream
freshly chopped cilantro
diced avocado
thinly sliced radish
lime wedges
PROCEDURE
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Toss the parsnips with the oil, salt, and cumin and spread on a lined baking sheet. Roast for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through, crispy and brown. Divide the parsnip fries evenly between two plates and top with the pinto beans, salsa, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, avocado, radish and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.