Spicy Parsnip Fries

I've got another fun side dish for you today that would make a great addition to your allergy-free Thanksgiving table.  These oven fries couldn't be simpler, and their sweet/spicy flavor is a wonderful contrast to the typical heavy Thanksgiving dishes.  I'm still having fun with my spice mix collection... in this recipe I used a Shawarma spice mix by Ajika, but I've included a note below about how to make your own.

Want to have more fun?  Set these on the table and challenge your guests to guess what they're made of :)

Spicy Parsnip Fries

1 pound of parsnips, peeled and sliced into fries
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 - 2 Tbsp Shawarma spice mix

Shawarma Spice Mix

1 tbsp. cumin
1 tbsp. ground coriander
1 tbsp. garlic powder
1/2 tbsp. paprika
1 tsp. turmeric
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
1 tsp. ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

Place the sliced parsnips in a large plastic freezer bag.  Pour in the oil, seal the bag, and toss around to mix the oil onto all the parsnips.  Open the bag and add the spice mix, then seal again and toss some more.  Dump out the veggies onto a baking sheet and spread out evenly.  Roast at 375 degrees F for about 30 - 40 minutes.  Check any very skinny parsnips earlier to prevent burning.  Serve warm.

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