6 to 8 parsnips
1/3 c. hot water
3/4 c. brown sugar
Nutmeg and cinnamon

Wash and peel parsnips. Boil in salted water for 30 minutes or until they can be pierced with point of sharp knife. Slice parsnips lengthwise. Arrange in a greased oblong baking dish 9 x 13 inches and pour over syrup as follows: Mix hot water with firmly packed sugar and dissolve. Sprinkle lightly with nutmeg and cinnamon; dot generously with butter.

Bake at 350 degrees in preheated oven for 45 minute, basting from time to time. Test for tenderness.