Celery Root Puree

Directions

1. 1
   Boil Place celery root in a medium saucepan and cover with water.
2. 2
   Add salt and bring to a boil, then reduce to a rapid simmer.
3. 3
   Cook, partially covered, until very tender (it should offer no resistance when pierced with the tip of a paring knife), 15 to 25 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain.
5. 5
   Heat liquid and butter Heat milk and butter in a small saucepan until butter is melted and mixture is hot.
6. 6
   Puree and strain Puree celery root with the milk mixture in a blender until smooth, about 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Pass through a sieve, pressing on solids with a rubber spatula to remove as much puree as possible.
8. 8
   Season with salt and pepper.
9. 9
   If puree is too loose, cook, stirring, over moderate heat until desired consistency, before serving.