Recipe of the Month

-2 pounds parsnips

-2 Tablespoons olive oil

-2 Tablespoons honey, divided

-¾ teaspoon kosher salt

-Freshly ground black pepper

-¼ teaspoon garlic powder

-2 Tablespoons minced fresh parsley or chives

1. Preheat the oven to 400?. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or grease lightly with oil.

2. Peel the parsnips then cut off both ends. Cut the parsnips into 3-inch by ½-inch thick fry-shapes.

3. Place all the cut parsnips onto the center of the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 ½ tablespoons of honey then sprinkle with the salt, a few grinds of fresh pepper, and the garlic powder. Toss everything together with your hands or tongs then spread the parsnips into a single layer on the baking sheet, being sure not to crowd.

4. Roast the parsnips until nicely caramelized and fork tender, about 20-25 minutes.

5. Pile the parsnips onto a serving platter then drizzle with the remaining honey. Sprinkle with an additional big pinch of coarse salt and then the minced fresh herbs.

You can also use this recipe for carrots!

(Source: The Natural Nurturer)

-1/4 cup coconut oil (or melted butter)

-1/2 cup chocolate chips

-1/3 cup maple syrup or honey

-1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

-14.5- ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)

-2 tablespoons cocoa powder

-1/2 teaspoon baking powder

-1/4 teaspoon salt

-1/3 cup whole wheat flour

Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 24-cup mini muffin tin with paper liners.

2. Add the oil and chocolate chips to a heat-safe bowl. Warm in the microwave for 1 minute. Remove from microwave and stir together until the chocolate and oil are blended together.

3. Add the chocolate-oil mixture to a food processor or blender with the rest of the ingredients except the flour. Blend well.

4. Pulse in the flour.

5. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, using a heaping tablespoon in each. Flatten a bit with a spoon and add sprinkles if desired.

6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until firm to the touch. Let cool fully before serving.

(Source: Yummy Toddler Food)