Mashed Carrots and Parsnips
Mashed Carrots and Parsnips
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Category
Side Dish
Cuisine
American
Servings
4 servings
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
25-30 minutes
Ingredients
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4 large organic carrots (approximately 1 pound)
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6 large parsnips (approximately 1 pound)
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3 whole cloves
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2 teaspoons granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons butter (1/4 stick)
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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Mint, finely minced or green onions tops for garnish
Directions
Scrape the carrots and slice coarsely. Peel the parsnips, and cut in half length.
Cut again and remove the pithy centers.
In deep saucepan, place the carrots, parsnips, cloves, granulated sugar, salt, and water to cover.
Cover pan, bring to a boil over high heat, cook 25 - 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Drain, removing the cloves, and then add the butter, and brown sugar.
Mash with a potato masher (or use the food processor) and place in a serving dish.
Sprinkle the mint or green onions over the top.