Rustic Parsnip Mash
This rustic parsnip mash recipe is a delicious side dish with a nice kick of garlic and the fresh flavors of chives and parsley.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mashed parsnips, parsnip mash
Servings: 4
- 2 pounds parsnips peeled, cored & cut into smaller pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- Small handful fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives to taste
Peel the parsnips. Cut them into quarters lengthwise and use a knife to cut the tough core out (it's ok if you don't get it all). Cut the parsnips into smaller pieces.
Place the parsnips in a medium pan filled with water. Boil for 25-30 minutes or until they're tender.
When the parsnips are almost cooked, add the butter and garlic to a small pan on medium-high heat. Melt the butter and let the garlic slightly cook for about a minute or so (don't let it brown).
Drain the parsnips then add the butter/garlic mixture to the pan, along with the Greek yogurt. Mash with a potato masher until desired texture is reached (I prefer a rougher, more rustic mash). Season with salt & pepper and stir in the parsley and chives.
- If you want them to be more of a purée, throw them in your blender instead of using a potato masher. Keep in mind that a parsnip mash is not as smooth as mashed potatoes.
- Serves 4+