No need to toss those peels in the compost. Roast them with sage leaves and little oil, and you've got a crisp and ingenious topping. In the mash, the coconut spread brings out the parsnips' sweetness.
Recipe: Mashed potatoes and parsnips with crisp root vegetable strips
Vegan tip: Swap coconut spread and vegetable broth for butter and milk when you're mashing potatoes.