Sage-infused Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips |
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Sage adds an earthy flavor to these mashed potatoes, parsnips lend sweetness, and sour cream brings a bit of tang. Prep and Cook Time: 1 hour. Notes: Parsnips look like cream-colored, fat, broad-shouldered carrots. They have a similar sweetness and a lovely nutty flavor. The center “core� of a parsnip tends to be tough and woody, however, so be sure to cut it out or the parsnips won't mash properly. Ingredients:
2 pounds parsnips |
4 pounds russet potatoes |
about 1 tbsp. salt |
15 sage leaves, divided |
5 tablespoons butter |
1/2 cup sour cream |
about 1/2 tsp. white pepper |
Directions:
1. Peel parsnips, halve lengthwise, remove and discard woody core, and cut into 2-in. pieces. Put in a large pot. Peel potatoes, cut into 2-in. pieces, and add to the pot. Cover vegetables with cold water and bring to a boil. Add 1 tbsp. salt. Cook until vegetables are tender when pierced by a fork, about 10 minutes. Drain well.
2. Meanwhile, chop 5 sage leaves. In a small pan over medium-high heat, melt butter. When it stops foaming, add chopped and whole sage leaves. Cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Put vegetables through a ricer into a large bowl, or mash them with a potato masher, a large fork, or an electric mixer. (If using a mixer, be careful not to beat potatoes too much or they will become gluey.) Stir in sage butter and sage, sour cream, and 1/2 tsp. white pepper. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
4. Note: Nutritional analysis is per 1-cup serving.
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