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Sweet-Potato and Parsnip Purée

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Sweet-Potato and Parsnip PuréeRomulo Yanes

The gentle sweetness of this simple side dish goes well with the slightly spicy flank steak .

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    25 min

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 parsnips, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and parsnips and boil gently until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a food processor.

    Step 2

    Add butter and purée until smooth. Add milk, brown sugar, and salt and blend well. Season with pepper.

TagsSweet PotatoPotatoRoot VegetableVegetableParsnipSideDinnerGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianQuickEasy30 Minutes or Less5 Ingredients or FewerWeeknight MealsSimmerFood ProcessorGourmet

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