Oven Roasted Carrots And Turnips

Preparation : 1. Preheat oven to 400.

Prepare the carrots and turnips so they are about the same size and shape about 1/8 inch, first peel and trim the carrots.

In a large bowl, toss the carrots and turnips toghether with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper. (taste a raw vegetable to check seasoning).

Spread the vegetables evenly in a baking pan in a single layer, and roast uncovered, stirring and tossing occasionallly,until the vegetables are cooked through, for 20-45 minutes.

Serve as a side dish with roasted meats or chcken or on top of creamy polenta for a hearty vegetarian meal. Sprinkle with chopped herbs.