Parsnip Potato Mash

Mashed potatoes are comfort food. Add parsnips and garlic and you've increased both the health benefits and the flavor.

Parsnips have a lot of soluble fiber (essential for blood sugar regulation among other things) and a variety of vitamins and minerals including potassium and folate. Garlic is a heart-healthy food. And potatoes have health benefits too. (See my healthy potato post here.)

But what I really like about this mash is the rich flavor it gets from the parsnips.

This is a light mash because it has no butter or milk. It is improved with a little sauce - I served it with a bean stew, and it was great.

If you like parsnips, give this recipe a try.

Parsnip Potato Mash
1 lb potatoes
1/2 lb parsnips
1/2 tsp salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil

Peel and chop potatoes and parsnips, put in a saucepan, and add cold water to cover. Add the salt, cover, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Turn down to a simmer and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Meanwhile, warm the garlic in the olive oil and set aside.

Scoop 1/2 cup liquid out of the potato pot and reserve. Drain the potatoes and mash with the garlic and oil. Add the reserved liquid as needed to give a good texture.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

Serves 2-3