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Roasted Root Vegetables

Enjoy the essence of fall with this hearty and versatile root vegetable dish!

—Recipes by Chef Steph

 

Ingredients:

  • 3 pounds root vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and beets
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1/4 cup olive or avocado oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh rosemary leaves

Directions:

  • Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 425°F.
  • Peel 3 pounds root vegetables, if desired, then cut them into rough 1-inch chunks.
  • Cut 1 small red onion into 1-inch chunks.
  • Place the root vegetables and red onion on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil, sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, and toss to evenly coat.
  • Spread out in an even layer.
  • Roast for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, chop fresh rosemary until you have 2 tablespoons, coarsely chopped.
  • Remove the baking sheet from the oven, sprinkle the vegetables with the rosemary, and toss to combine.
  • Spread back out in an even layer.
  • Continue to roast until the vegetables are tender and caramelized, 10 to 15 minutes more.
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