Parsnip & Potato Mash
Recipe Type: Side Dish
Author: Dani Lind
Ingredients
  • 4 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 6 to 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
  1. Place potatoes and parsnips in a large pot, cover with water, and add 1 tablespoon salt.
  2. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, or until potatoes are very tender.
  3. Drain, return to pot, and mash until almost smooth (or leave slightly chunky, if you prefer).
  4. Heat milk with 6 tablespoons of butter until scalding and then add in slowly, mashing or stirring into potatoes until smooth.
  5. Season with pepper. Dot with remaining butter,if desired.