Roasted Root Vegetables Mix (Printable Format)
Warm, creamy blend of caramelized root vegetables with herbs and spices, perfect for cold weather.
# What You Need:
→ Root Vegetables
01 - 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
02 - 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
03 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
04 - 1 small rutabaga (or turnip), peeled and cubed
→ Aromatics
05 - 1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
06 - 3 cloves garlic, peeled
→ Liquids
07 - 4 cups vegetable broth
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasonings
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
10 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Garnishes
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - A swirl of cream or coconut milk
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, rutabaga, onion, and garlic on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
03 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender.
04 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a large pot. Add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
05 - Simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors. Use an immersion blender or standard blender to puree until smooth, adjusting consistency with extra broth as needed.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and an optional swirl of cream or coconut milk.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It feels like sharing a cozy secret that turns simple roots into something magical
- The velvety texture and deep flavors quickly made it a go-to comfort food for cold days
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- Roasting the vegetables evenly is key so don&t rush stirring halfway through to get that perfect caramelization
- Using fresh thyme instead of dried gives a brighter herbal flavor that changes everything
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- Don&t overcrowd the baking sheet; roasting in a single layer ensures even caramelization
- Blending while the soup is warm helps achieve that silky smooth texture