Savory Mashed Root Vegetables Recipe

Name: Savory Mashed Root Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 3 pounds assorted root vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, turnips, and rutabaga, coarsely chopped; 4 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups heavy cream; 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter; 1 handful fresh thyme sprigs; 1 handful fresh rosemary sprigs; 2 bay leaves; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 bunch fresh chives, chopped; Extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

3 pounds assorted root vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, turnips, and rutabaga, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 handful fresh thyme sprigs
1 handful fresh rosemary sprigs
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch fresh chives, chopped
Extra-virgin olive oil

1
Place all the vegetables and garlic in a large pot and fill with cool water to cover; season with a teaspoon of salt.
2
Bring to boil over medium heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, until the vegetables are very tender.
3
While the vegetables are cooking, combine the heavy cream, butter, and herbs in a pot and heat over low flame to melt the butter and infuse the herb flavor into the cream do not allow to boil.
4
Shut off the heat, cover, and let steep until needed.
5
When ready to use, remove the herb stems and the bay leaves.
6
Drain vegetables and put them into a large mixing bowl.
7
Mash with a potato masher.
8
Stir in the warm cream mixture and mix until the liquid is absorbed and the vegetables are smooth; season with salt and pepper.
9
Put the mashed root vegetables in a serving bowl, garnish with chopped chives and drizzle with a healthy dose of olive oil.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds assorted root vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, turnips, and rutabaga, coarsely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 cups heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Savory Mashed Root Vegetables falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Savory Mashed Root Vegetables

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