JAMES BEARD'S PUREED PARSNIPS

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"The Essential New York Times Cookbook" author Amanda Hesser shares this subtly sweet side dish from legendary chef James Beard. The recipe originally appeared in The New York Times in 1992.Also try: Sweet Potato Casserole

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds parsnips, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for boiling
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 to 3/4 cup (1 to 1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, plus more unmelted for top
3 to 4 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 cup Madeira
2 tablespoons coarse dry bread crumbs or finely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Place parsnips in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover. Generously salt water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer; simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Puree parsnips in a food processor or food mill. If using a processor, take care not to overprocess or they will become gluey.
  • Transfer pureed parsnips to a large bowl; whisk in salt, sugar, melted butter, heavy cream, and Madeira.
  • Spoon parsnip mixture into a 1-quart baking dish. Dot top with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs or chopped nuts. Bake 20 to 30 minutes. Serve.

pratap basnet
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This is a really simple recipe, but it's packed with flavor. The parsnips are roasted until they're caramelized, then pureed with cream and butter. The result is a smooth and creamy puree that's perfect for serving as a side dish or as a soup.


Shanika Madushani
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The parsnips are roasted until they're caramelized, which makes them sweet and flavorful. The puree is also really smooth and creamy. My kids loved it!


Iminillumisbasement
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I love the addition of the sage in this recipe. It gives the parsnips a really nice flavor boost. The puree is also really creamy and smooth. I served it with roasted chicken and it was a hit.


Ivy Wanjugu Githinji
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover parsnips. The parsnips are roasted until they're tender, then pureed with milk and cream. The result is a creamy and flavorful puree that's perfect for serving as a side dish or as a soup.


Jenalyn Cual
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The parsnips are simply roasted with olive oil and salt, then pureed with a little butter. The result is a creamy and flavorful puree that's perfect for serving with roasted chicken or fish.


georges kassis
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I love the combination of parsnips and sage. This recipe is a great way to showcase these two flavors. The parsnips are roasted until they're tender, then pureed with sage, butter, and cream. The result is a creamy and flavorful puree that's perfect


Felipe Velez
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This is a really simple recipe, but it's packed with flavor. The parsnips are roasted until they're caramelized, then pureed with cream and butter. The result is a smooth and creamy puree that's perfect for serving as a side dish or as a spread for c


Ahmad aalli
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover parsnips. It's also a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. I love the addition of the sage and lemon, which gives the dish a really nice flavor boost. Will definitely make this


Zain Shakir
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pureed parsnips are so creamy and smooth, and the sage and lemon give it a really nice flavor. I like to serve it as a side dish with roasted chicken or fish. Definitely a keeper!


Sahir Prince
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I'm a big fan of parsnips, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The pureed parsnips are so creamy and flavorful, and the sage and lemon add a really nice touch. I like to serve it as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork. Will definitely make t


Bogdan Girbita
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This pureed parsnips recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's sweet and creamy, and the sage and lemon add a nice touch of flavor. I served it with roasted chicken and everyone loved it, even my picky toddler. Will definit


AwadShah Official
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The pureed parsnips are so creamy and flavorful, and the sage and lemon add a really nice touch. I served it as a side dish with grilled salmon and it was a hit. Will de


Huwane Braham
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This pureed parsnips recipe is a great way to use up leftover parsnips. It's also a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. I love the addition of the sage and lemon, which gives the dish a really nice flavor boost. I'll defi


Joy Mahanta
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I'm not a huge fan of parsnips, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The pureed parsnips are creamy and smooth, with a subtle sweetness that's perfectly balanced by the sage and lemon. I served it as a side dish with roasted


yodanca merilus
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Wow! This pureed parsnips recipe is a game-changer. It was surprisingly easy to make, but the flavors are incredibly complex and elegant. The parsnips have a naturally sweet and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the earthy sage and tangy lemon.