Ingredients

makes 3 cups

　　1 pound Fuji apples (about 3 apples), peeled, cored, and chopped

　　2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

　　1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

　　1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

　　4 slices applewood-smoked bacon, cooked and crumbled

　　4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (1 cup)

　　2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, or 2 teaspoons dried

　　

Step 1

Roast the parsnips for the parsnip puree and then lower the oven temperature to 425°F. In a medium bowl, toss apples with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the apples onto a baking sheet and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender and easily pierced with a fork.

　　

Step 2

Prepare the parsnip puree, and add the apples, bacon, blue cheese, and thyme. Do not overmix. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper as needed.

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