Whipped Potatoes and Parsnips

These Whipped Potatoes and Parsnips are a twist on classic creamy mashed potatoes. They are easy to prepare and oh-so-delicious!

In my house, you can’t serve meatloaf without a generous helping of mashed potatoes. Since I put a spin on the meatloaf with the addition of lamb, Guinness, and Cheddar, why not tweak a standard mashed potato recipe for a good, comforting meal?

I used a 4:1 ratio of potatoes to parsnips. I didn’t want the parsnips to overpower the buttery taste of the potatoes, but I did want the sweetness of the parsnips to come through. Some half-and-half and butter are added for a creamy richness, and some scallions are stirred in for a mild onion flavor. Top it off with an extra pat of butter if so inclined and dig in!

This was a new dish on our dinner table this past week. I know it will make many more appearances in the years to come.

Whipped Potatoes and Parsnips

By Nicole Prep: 10 minsCook: 35 minsTotal: 45 mins Servings: 8 Elevate the flavor of classic mashed potatoes with the addition of sweet and earthy parsnips!

Equipment

• Potato ricer

Ingredients 

• 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• ½ pound parsnips, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to season and taste

Instructions 

1. Place the potatoes and parsnips in a large pot and cover with cold water. Season generously with kosher salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the vegetables are tender and can easily be pierced with a paring knife, about 20-25 minutes.
2. Drain the vegetables and force them through a ricer set over a large bowl. Add the half-and-half and butter and whip the potatoes vigorously with a wooden spoon until light and fluffy. Add the scallions and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or set the bowl over a pot of simmering water, cover and keep warm until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal, Carbohydrates: 26g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 26mg, Sodium: 29mg, Potassium: 634mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 314IU, Vitamin C: 28mg, Calcium: 60mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.