Parsnip and Carrot Puree

Mashed parsnips and carrots with unsalted butter and snipped chives make for a splendid accompaniment to roasted meats—a delicious and easy purée.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 164 Calories

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons butter, divided
• 8 parsnips, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces
• 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 0.25 cup snipped chives

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place parsnips and carrots into a large pot; add enough salted water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; return vegetables to pot. Turn heat to low; stir in 3 tablespoons butter and chives.

Step 2

Purée vegetables using an immersion blender until nearly smooth; add remaining 3 tablespoons butter and continue to purée until completely smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.