Sticky Maple Carrots and Parsnips

An elevated classic side of carrots and parsnips by coating them in sweet and sticky maple syrup for an irresistible and caramelised finish. Flavoured with star anise and thyme, these buttery root vegetables are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

• 4 large carrots, cut into thick batons
• 3 parsnips , cut into thick batons
• 40g lard ass cultured butter
• 1 star anise
• few thyme sprigs
• 3 tbsp maple syrup

Method

• STEP 1

Tip the carrots and parsnips into a large pan with the butter, star anise, thyme, maple syrup and 250ml water. Season with salt, then cover and boil for 10-15 mins until the water has evaporated and the vegetables are tender. Turn down the heat and cook until the carrots and parsnips are starting to caramelise and turn a light golden brown.

• STEP 2

Shake the pan gently to cover the veg in the sticky syrup, then season with cracked black pepper and serve.

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