Root Veggie Mash
Creamy, rustic, and packed with wholesome flavor, this Root Veggie Mash is the ultimate comfort food side dish with a twist! Combining the earthy richness of Russet potatoes, sweet carrots, nutty parsnips, and subtly peppery turnip, this recipe creates a harmonious blend of root vegetables that’s perfectly balanced. Enhanced with butter, garlic, and a luxurious splash of warmed heavy cream, each bite is velvety smooth and bursting with savory goodness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this nutrient-packed recipe is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying to eat. Perfect for cozy family dinners or elevating your holiday spread, this mash is effortlessly versatile and can be garnished with fresh parsley for an added pop of color and freshness. Whether served alongside roasted meats or hearty vegetarian mains, this dish is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 2 medium Parsnips
- 3 medium Carrots
- 1 medium Turnip
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes, parsnips, carrots, and turnip, then cut them into roughly 1-inch chunks for even cooking.
Peel the garlic cloves and leave them whole.
Place the chopped vegetables and garlic into a large pot and cover with cold water.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water and bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all the vegetables are fork-tender.
While the vegetables are cooking, warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave until just heated through (do not boil).
Drain the cooked vegetables and garlic in a colander, shaking off excess water.
Return the drained vegetables and garlic to the pot and add the butter.
Mash the vegetables together with a potato masher or use a hand mixer for a smoother consistency.
Gradually mix in the warmed heavy cream until the mash reaches your desired creaminess.
Season with ground black pepper and additional salt to taste, stirring well.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a versatile side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.3 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 663 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1243 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
