Root Vegetable Smash

Name: Root Vegetable Smash
Ingredients: 2 large russet potatoes (1 3/4 lbs. total); 1 1/2 pounds mixed root vegetables such as parsnips, rutabagas, turnips, kohlrabi, and parsley root; About 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided; 1/4 cup each butter and whipping cream

4 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

2 large russet potatoes (1 3/4 lbs. total)
1 1/2 pounds mixed root vegetables such as parsnips, rutabagas, turnips, kohlrabi, and parsley root
About 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
1/4 cup each butter and whipping cream

Directions

1

Peel vegetables, rinse, and cut into 2-in. chunks. Put in a large saucepan with 1 tsp. salt and water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, 15 to 25 minutes. Drain.
2

Return vegetables to pot with remaining 1/2 tsp. salt, the butter, and cream. Mash (some lumps are okay). Season with salt to taste.