Parsnip Chips

• 1 12 lbs parsnips, peeled
• 2 quarts peanut oil
• salt

1. Cut parsnips lengthwise into 1/16-inch slices, using a mandoline or knife (a food processor using the slicing disc will also work well).
2. ***If desired the parsnips can be prepared 4 hours ahead before frying - by dropping parsnip slices into a large bowl, covering the parsnip slices with cold water, draining well before continuing.
3. ***.
4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 325 - degrees F.
5. Add parsnips in batches and fry until limp (30 seconds to 1 minute).
6. Transfer fryed parsnips to paper towels, using a sloted spoon.
7. Continue frying until all parsnips are done.
8. Heat oil (a second time) to 375-degrees F.
9. Add parsnips in batches and fry until golden and crisp (2 minutes).
10. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.

parsnips, peanut oil, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/parsnip-chips-132166 (may not work)