Mashed Parsnips with Crispy Pancetta

Place parsnips in a large saucepan, and add water to cover. Add salt, and bring to a boil over high. Cook until parsnips are tender and almost falling apart, about 20 minutes. Drain well, and return parsnips to saucepan.

Cook pancetta in a single layer in a medium skillet over medium until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. When cool enough to handle, crumble pancetta.

Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium, and cook until butter begins to brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in brown sugar and maple syrup. Add butter mixture and warm cream to parsnips, and mash with a potato masher until desired consistency is reached. Transfer to a serving bowl, and top with crumbled pancetta.