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Parsnips & Turnip Mash
Combine these two often overlooked root veggies for a side dish filled with flavor and nutrients.
Preperation Time: 15 Minutes Serves: 4
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables per Serving: 2
- Ingredients
3 large For You® turnips
6 large For You® parsnips
2 tablespoons light unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves, about 4 sprigs
pinch of salt and ground black pepper
- Directions
Peel and dice the turnips and parsnips. Add veggies and salt to a large sauce pan and cover them with cold water. Boil over medium heat for about 10 minutes, until veggies are quite soft. Vegetables are done when you can easily insert the tip of a knife into the cubes.
Drain the veggies and put them back into the saucepan. Add the butter and thyme. Using a potato masher, mash all ingredients together. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Credit: This recipe was developed by Fruits & Veggies-More Matters®.
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