Creamy mashed root vegetables are a delicious and comforting side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The creamy texture and the sweet and savory flavor of the vegetables make them a hit with people of all ages. There are many different ways to make creamy mashed root vegetables, and the best recipe depends on your personal preferences. Some recipes call for roasting the vegetables before mashing them, while others simply boil them. Some recipes use cream or milk to make the mashed vegetables creamy, while others use butter or olive oil. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.
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JAMIE OLIVER'S MASHED ROOT VEGETABLES
From Jamie Oliver's cookbook The Return of the Naked Chef. I would like to personally thank Recipezaar member French Tart for posting this recipe for me by request in the Celebrity Chefs' forum. She has kindly given me permission and her blessing to post it on the site. Thank you and mercy buckets, French Tart!
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- *NOTE: swedes are known in US as rutabagas. I've also used yams/sweet potatoes, turnips and fingerlings in this recipe. ~fyi~.
- Feel free to use any single vegetable or a mixture of your favorites. Cookgirl says that a mixture of root vegetables is the way to go!
- Peel the root vegetables then chop up into golf-ball sized pieces, place in salted boiling water and cook until very tender.
- Drain in a colander.
- Place the vegetables back in the pan and mash with a potato masher.
- You can mash them as smooth or as chunky as you like. Season with salt and pepper, then enrich the flavor with extra virgin oil or butter, or both, to taste. (I prefer using both olive oil and butter.).
- Jamie continues to say: once cooked, the mashed vegetables can be kept warm in a bowl covered with kitchen foil over simmering water. This is handy when cooking for a dinner party -- (especially when timing is of utmost importance.).
SAVORY MASHED ROOT VEGETABLES
Steps:
- Place all the vegetables and garlic in a large pot and fill with cool water to cover; season with a teaspoon of salt. Bring to boil over medium heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, until the vegetables are very tender.
- While the vegetables are cooking, combine the heavy cream, butter, and herbs in a pot and heat over low flame to melt the butter and infuse the herb flavor into the cream ¿ do not allow to boil. Shut off the heat, cover, and let steep until needed. When ready to use, remove the herb stems and the bay leaves.
- Drain vegetables and put them into a large mixing bowl. Mash with a potato masher. Stir in the warm cream mixture and mix until the liquid is absorbed and the vegetables are smooth; season with salt and pepper. Put the mashed root vegetables in a serving bowl, garnish with chopped chives and drizzle with a healthy dose of olive oil.
MASHED ROOT VEGETABLES
Provided by Ken Haedrich
Categories Potato Vegetable Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Root Vegetable Fall Rutabaga Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook first 4 ingredients in large pot of boiling salted water until almost tender, about 20 minutes. Add potatoes and continue cooking until all vegetables are very tender, about 15 minutes longer. Drain. Discard bay leaf. Return vegetables to same pot. Stir over medium heat to allow excess water to evaporate, about 2 minutes. Add butter; mash until vegetables are almost smooth. Mix in 1 tablespoon parsley. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat, stirring often.) Transfer vegetables to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon parsley.
MASHED ROOT VEGETABLES WITH HORSERADISH
Categories Milk/Cream Potato Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Root Vegetable Parsnip Turnip Gourmet
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan of boiling salted water cook the turnips and the parsnips for 10 minutes, add the potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces, and boil the vegetables for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are tender. While the vegetables are cooking, in a small saucepan heat the cream, the butter, and the horseradish to taste over low heat until the mixture is hot and keep it warm. Drain the vegetables, in the pan cook them over high heat, shaking the pan, for 30 seconds, or until any excess liquid is evaporated, and remove the pan from the heat. Add the cream mixture to the potato mixture, straining it through a fine sieve and pressing hard on the solids if desired. In a bowl mash the vegetables with a potato masher until they are smooth and stir in salt and pepper to taste.
MASHED POTATOES AND ROOT VEGETABLES
Make and share this Mashed Potatoes and Root Vegetables recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 5 cs.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare vegetables, cutting potatoes into chunks, and dicing sweet potato, rutabaga, and turnip.
- Warm cream, milk, butter, nutmeg, and pepper in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Cook vegetables in a large pot with salt and enough cold water to cover by 1/2".
- Cover pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are soft, but not falling apart, about 10 to12 minutes.
- Drain vegetables then return them to the pot.
- To evaporate any excess water, increase heat to high and cook vegetables briefly, just until they begin to stick slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir them constantly to prevent scorching.
- Mash vegetables using a potato ricer, electric mixer, food mill, or by hand with a masher.
- Once mashed, gradually stir in the warm milk mixture until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste for seasoning and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 24.1, Sodium 1439.5, Carbohydrate 44.8, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4, Protein 4.8
MIX-AND-MASH ROOT VEGETABLES
Provided by Patricia Murray
Categories Food Processor Vegetable Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Root Vegetable Carrot Parsnip Turnip Winter Healthy Bon Appétit Ireland Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut vegetables into 1/2-inch pieces. Place in heavy medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover. Bring to boil. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 12 minutes; drain. Transfer to processor; add butter and process to coarse puree. (Alternatively, return vegetables to same pan; add butter and mash to coarse puree.) Season with nutmeg, salt and pepper and serve.
GARLIC MASHED ROOT VEGETABLES
This recipe was featured in an email from the www.sparkrecipes.com website. Submitted by ANITAWPG - "A great side dish that will accompany any main course OR terrific as a main dish all on it's own."
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories Potato
Time 20m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place potatoes, carrots, squash, turnip and garlic into a saucepan and cover with water.
- Add 1/8 teaspoon salt, cover and bring to a boil.
- Simmer until vegetables are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Drain well and mash vegetables.
- Stir in sour cream and chicken broth, season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
MASHED ROOT VEGETABLES
Categories Milk/Cream Dairy Potato Vegetable Side Christmas Thanksgiving Kid-Friendly Root Vegetable Parsnip Sweet Potato/Yam Fall Winter Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring pot of water to boil. Add bouillon cubes and stir to dissolve; return to boil. Add vegetables; cook until just tender, stirring occasionally, about 18 minutes. Drain vegetables; return to pot. Add butter and mash until smooth. Mix in 3 tablespoons milk, adding more milk if mixture is dry. Season with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- Choose the right vegetables: Select root vegetables that are fresh, firm, and have smooth skin. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, turnips, parsnips, and rutabagas.
- Scrub and peel the vegetables: Scrub the vegetables thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or debris. Peel them if desired, although leaving the skin on can add extra nutrients and flavor.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces: Cut the vegetables into evenly sized pieces so that they cook evenly. Smaller pieces will cook faster than larger ones.
- Cook the vegetables in a large pot: Use a large pot to cook the vegetables so that they have plenty of room to boil. Overcrowding the pot can prevent the vegetables from cooking evenly.
- Season the vegetables: Add salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as garlic, thyme, or rosemary.
- Cook the vegetables until tender: Boil the vegetables until they are tender when pierced with a fork. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the vegetables: Once the vegetables are cooked, drain them in a colander. Return them to the pot.
- Mash the vegetables: Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the vegetables until smooth. You can leave them chunky or mash them until completely smooth, depending on your preference.
- Add milk, cream, or butter: Stir in milk, cream, or butter to make the mashed vegetables creamy and rich. You can also add other ingredients, such as cheese, sour cream, or bacon.
- Season to taste: Taste the mashed vegetables and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or other herbs and spices.
Conclusion:
Creamy mashed root vegetables are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make creamy mashed root vegetables that are sure to please everyone at the table.
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