EPISODE · Apr 27, 2026 · 8 MIN
Allie's Favourite Vegetable - Parsnips!
from Heart of the Homestead Family · host homesteadingpodcast
In this episode, the ladies dive into an unexpected favorite on the homestead—parsnips! Ali shares why she loves this often-overlooked root vegetable, from its sweet, unique flavor to its ability to overwinter and provide a harvest when almost nothing else is growing. They chat about how to grow parsnips, when to plant and harvest them, and why patience is key with this long-season crop. You’ll also hear simple, delicious ways to use them in your kitchen—from soups and stews to roasting alongside other veggies. If you’ve never tried growing (or cooking with) parsnips, this episode might just convince you to give them a spot in your garden. Be sure to subscribe so you can catch weekly episodes on homesteading! And follow us on social media for updates @heart_of_the_homestead_family Sponsored by Meadow Lynn Market Garden For quality seedlings, spring plant sales, CSA boxes, and fresh strawberries, visit Meadow Lynn Market Garden this season. Follow them on social media @meadowlynnmarket
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In this episode, the ladies dive into an unexpected favorite on the homestead—parsnips! Ali shares why she loves this often-overlooked root vegetable, from its sweet, unique flavor to its ability to overwinter and provide a harvest when almost nothing else is growing. They chat about how to grow parsnips, when to plant and harvest them, and why patience is key with this long-season crop. You’ll also hear simple, delicious ways to use them in your kitchen—from soups and stews to roasting alongside other veggies. If you’ve never tried growing (or cooking with) parsnips, this episode might just convince you to give them a spot in your garden. Be sure to subscribe so you can catch weekly episodes on homesteading! And follow us on social media for updates @heart_of_the_homestead_family Sponsored by Meadow Lynn Market GardenFor quality seedlings, spring plant sales, CSA boxes, and fresh strawberries, visit Meadow Lynn Market Garden this season. Follow them on social media @meadowlynnmarket
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Allie's Favourite Vegetable - Parsnips!
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