Mashed Parsnips
Ingredients
- 2 lb.yellow potatoes
peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces, about 5 medium
- 2 lb.parsnips
peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces, about 4 medium
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1 ¾ c.whole milk
- ½ c.unsalted butter
plus more for serving
- 12 sprigsfresh thyme
- 8 clovesgarlic
smashed
- 6black peppercorns
- 2fresh bay leaves
- fresh chives
for serving
Directions
- 1
Place potatoes and parsnips in a large saucepan, add enough cold water to cover and bring to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt; reduce heat and simmer until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
- 2
Meanwhile, in small saucepan, place milk, butter, thyme, garlic, peppercorns and bay leaves and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes; remove from heat and let sit until potatoes and parsnips are done.
- 3
Using food mill, ricer or masher, mash vegetables. Strain milk mixture into potato-parsnip mixture; discard solids. Season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and mix to combine. Serve with additional butter, chives and cracked pepper if desired.
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About this Recipe
Tired of the same old mashed potatoes gracing your holiday table? This incredibly creamy mashed parsnips and potato dish offers a delightful twist, guaranteed to surprise and impress your Thanksgiving guests with its sophisticated flavor.
The genius of this recipe lies in combining earthy parsnips with classic yellow potatoes, creating a "mega-creamy" side that's anything but ordinary. Infusing whole milk with fresh thyme, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves before mixing adds a depth of flavor that elevates this mash beyond simple starch, ensuring every spoonful is rich and aromatic.
Prepare for a truly luxurious experience. You'll find a velvety smooth texture that melts in your mouth, perfectly balanced by the subtle sweetness of parsnips and the comforting richness of potatoes. The aromatic infusion permeates the entire dish, offering warm, savory notes from the thyme and garlic without overwhelming the natural vegetable flavors. This naturally gluten-free side dish brings an elegant touch to any meal, providing a welcome change from traditional holiday fare.
Feel free to play with the dairy component; while whole milk and unsalted butter create an incredibly rich result, you can adjust the butter quantity for a slightly lighter mash. For a bolder parsnip flavor, you can increase the parsnip to potato ratio, or for a milder dish, lean more heavily on the potatoes. Experiment with different fresh herbs like rosemary or sage infused alongside the thyme and bay leaves to match your meal's profile, though fresh chives are always a perfect garnish for serving.
This creamy parsnip and potato mash is the ultimate accompaniment to your holiday roasts, especially during Thanksgiving, offering a comforting yet elevated side. Serve it generously, perhaps with a pat of extra butter melting on top and a sprinkle of fresh chives for a beautiful presentation.