GINGERED CARROTS & PARSNIPS

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"Ginger adds a marvelous taste to these root vegetables." The flavorful side will be a hit on any buffet table. Marie Rizzio - Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced
4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash salt
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

Place 1 in. of water in a small saucepan; add parsnips. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 minute. Stir in carrots; cover and simmer 6-8 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain and set aside., In the same pan, combine the honey, butter, ginger and salt. Stir in vegetables; heat through. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges