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Parsnip Puree
Parsnip puree is a velvety-smooth side dish that has a warm and savory taste.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 343 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds parsnips peeled and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic sliced
- ¼ cup butter softened
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream warmed
- pinch ground nutmeg
- ½ cup warm milk or as needed
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the parsnips and garlic. Cover with water and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low boil and cook for about 15 minutes, or until tender. Drain very well.
- Transfer the parsnips to a food processor or blender. Add in the softened butter, warmed heavy cream, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Turn the food processor on and slowly add in the warm milk until creamy. You may not need all of the milk.
- Season the puree generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Notes
- Light cream can be used in place of heavy cream if desired.You may not need all of the milk, add just a little bit at a time.
- Leftover Parsnip Puree can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a bit of cream mixed in.
Nutrition Information
Calories
343
(17%)
Carbohydrates
43g
(14%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
11g
(55%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
51mg
(17%)
Sodium
130mg
(5%)
Potassium
920mg
(26%)
Fiber
11g
(44%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
623IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
39mg
(43%)
Calcium
135mg
(14%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343 | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 130mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 920mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 623IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 135mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.