Barefoot Contessa Orange Braised Carrots And Parsnips Recipe

Warm up your kitchen with this irresistible Barefoot Contessa recipe! Enjoy tender, sweet carrots and parsnips braised to perfection in a vibrant orange sauce. This fall and winter comfort food is bursting with fresh citrus zest and is surprisingly easy to make. A foolproof recipe from Ina Garten's latest cookbook, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. #BarefootContessa #OrangeBraisedCarrots #Parsnips #FallRecipes #WinterRecipes #ComfortFood #EasyRecipe #InaGarten

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 224.6 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Barefoot Contessa Orange Braised Carrots And Parsnips

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Ingredients for Barefoot Contessa Orange Braised Carrots And Parsnips

  • Carrot
  • Parsnip
  • Shallots
  • Orange Zest
  • Orange Juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Thyme
  • Fresh Flat Leaf Parsley

How to Make Barefoot Contessa Orange Braised Carrots And Parsnips

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped carrots and parsnips to the pot. Stir to coat with oil and garlic.
  5. Add orange zest, orange juice, chicken broth, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and thyme sprigs.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven.
  7. Braised for 35-40 minutes, or until the carrots and parsnips are tender.
  8. Remove from oven and stir in butter. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  9. Serve warm. Garnish with extra orange zest or fresh thyme, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

8g

Carbs

9g