Traditional English Halloween Supper - Mash O' Nine Sorts

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   Pre-heat oven to 350u00b0F/180u00b0C.

2. 2

   Boil the potatoes, carrots, turnip and parsnip together until soft. Mash them thoroughly with a potato masher or hand held immersion blender, and then season with salt and pepper to taste.

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   Meanwhile, gently poach the leeks in a little water until they just lose their crispness, for about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the poached leeks to the potato, carrot, turnip and parsnips, and mix in the cream.

5. 5

   Season well to taste, and then stir in the grated cheese, reserving some for the top; don't forget to add the ring before you transfer the entire mixture into a greased oven-proof dish! (If you want to make this in the full traditional manner!).

6. 6

   Scatter the reserved cheese on top and bake until golden-brown, about 30 to 45 minutes.

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   Serve piping hot.

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   P.S. Warn your guests about the ring!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.