A creamy and flavorful parsnip mash enhanced with nutty brown butter and topped with crispy shallots for a delightful side dish.
Author:Olivia Clara
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Boiling and sautéing
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds parsnips, peeled and chopped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Boil the chopped parsnips in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
While the parsnips are cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the sliced shallots. Cook until golden and crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
Drain the parsnips and return them to the pot. Add the brown butter and heavy cream, then mash until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the parsnip mash topped with crispy shallots.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute butter with vegan butter and heavy cream with coconut cream.
Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.