Parsnips are also related to carrots and parsley, which is reflected in their appearance; the roots look like pale yellow carrots, while the leaves look like parsley.

Wild parsnip looks much like wild carrot, and also produces a beautiful big white taproot the year before it flowers. Although the root is edible once cooked, the plant itself is poisonous.

I disagree with the notion that parsnips are hard to pair with other foods. Parsnips sing baritone in the soprano-tenor-baritone-bass quartet of roasted root vegetables.

Root parsley, or Hamburg, has white roots that resemble parsnips and can be used in soups and stews. It has leaves that are tall and fern-like.

If you've ever spotted cream-colored carrots at the grocery store, there's a good chance you've actually found parsnips. This root vegetable looks similar to carrots in shape and size but is quite ...

This root vegetable looks similar to carrots in shape and size but is quite different in terms of taste and texture. What are parsnips, exactly, and how do you use them in recipes? Read on to learn ...