Parsnip Gratin w Turmeric & Cumin

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Peel parsnips and quarter lengthwise. With a paring knife, remove and discard hard center. Cut into 3″ batons. parboil 2 min.\, then drain and spread out on a baking sheet to cool briefly. Butter a 9 x 12 shallow earthenware baking dish. Arrange parsnips om dosh in single layer. Heat oven to 400. Whisk together cream,and spices. Season. Pour cream mix over parsnips and sprinkle w feta. Bake for 30 min until bubbling and nicely browned.

Parsnips 3 lb
S&P
Butter 2 T for greasing dish
Heavy cream 2 c
Turmeric 1/2 tsp
Cumin 1/2 tsp
Cayenne pinch
Feta cheese 4 oz, crumbled