Thursday, February 11, 2010

Jerusalem Artichoke Homefries with Rosemary...

Jerusalem artichokes, also known as the "sunchoke" or "earth apple" are members of the sunflower family. The tubers grow into very pretty, tall yellow flowers, but tend to be a little invasive. The solution? Eat them. Much like parsnips or carrots, roasting is a great option. They are sweet and hearty. I had them as home fries with a fresh egg the other morning.
Thanks to my in-laws who have a whole bin full of these, we will be enjoying them until other garden veggies are in season.

Jerusalem Artichoke Home Fries with Rosemary:
*1 large Jerusalem artichoke tuber, about a pound
*1-2 Tbsp. olive oil
*1 Tbsp chopped rosemary
*1-2 cloves garlic, minced
*sea salt and pepper.

Preheat oven to 375. Scrub tuber(s) well. Chop the root unpeeled into bite size pieces. Toss with remaining ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Transfer to a lined baking sheet, and bake until golden, about 25 minutes. Enjoy!

Tossed with olive oil and rosemary...

Roasted and ready for the eating!

P.S. Jersualem artichokes are high in iron,
potassium,
thiamine,
fiber,
niacin,
phosphorus &
copper!

4 comments:

  1. An exciting addition to a beans and rice week.

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  2. ps. see you at the "F's" dumpster later.

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  3. I just made these. What a treat! Thank you:)

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  4. Beware the "Fartichokes"...

    Seriously, these things should come with a warning label!

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