Carrot and Turnip Mash

Name: Carrot and Turnip Mash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 medium turnips, peeled and diced; 1/2 cup butter, cubed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; Minced fresh parsley, optional

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 20 min.

Yield 8 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This carrot and turnip mash is the ideal comforting and creamy side dish with hints of sweetness and fresh aromatics.

Ingredients

2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
2 medium turnips, peeled and diced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

Place carrots and turnips in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
Drain and mash. Add the butter, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 157 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein.

This recipe has been in my family for years. It's an inexpensive and easy dish to prepare.

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