Christmas parsnip recipes

This luxuriously creamy bake is the perfect partner to Sarah's veggie pie

Slow cook basmati rice with lentils and spices, roast your veg then serve with a coriander, dill, parsley and mint salsa verde

Spruce up your roots by adding crunchy nuts and caramelise with sweet maple syrup

An impressive vegetarian main bursting with flavour - be sure to fry the pancakes just before serving so they stay crisp

St Gall is one of the best Irish cheeses to cook with, but it will also sit happily alongside a few other varieties on a cheese board

Use up your Christmas roast leftovers in this creamy soup

A versatile accompaniment with a creamy gratin sauce and crunchy breadcrumb topping

A good Sunday side dish, or veggie main, great served with a chunky tomato chutney

Bring out the sweetness of this classic roast accompaniment with maple syrup and sprigs of rosemary for a low-fat yet delicious side dish

Finnish your meal with this splendid side dish. Perfect with pork chops or sausages

A modern take on the nut loaf, this makes a great vegetarian centrepiece for Christmas Day or a special dinner

Give vegetarian food the Michelin-star touch with this rich and velvety soup from MasterChef judge Monica Galetti

A mixed mash of favourite winter root veg with a crispy herb topping, which can be chilled or frozen ahead

Jazz up your roast or stew with this crispy topped and tasty side dish

Give your mash a spicy kick with this comforting and alternative veggie side dish

Toss parsnips with maple syrup and dukkah seasoning for a flavourful side dish that's perfect to accompany a roast or Christmas feast

This post-Christmas curry is full of flavour and so easy to make - even better, it's all cooked in one pan, so there's very little washing up

A make-ahead vegetarian side dish that's high in fibre and provides a good source of vitamin C