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Fry bacon until crisp.
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Crumble and set aside.
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Heat oven to 400F.
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Put parsnips on a cookie sheet in a single layer.
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Roast until brown, turning occasionally, 25-30 minutes.
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Melt butter on medium heat.
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Saute onion until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
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Add parsnips.
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Saute 5 minutes.
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Add stock.
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Bring to a boil.
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Boil until parsnips are tender, about 5 minutes.
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Let mixture cool a bit.
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Put in blender in batches and puree until smooth.
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Pour back into pot.
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Stir in the allspice, and salt and pepper, if desired.
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Top with the bacon.