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Parsnip Purée

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Parsnip PuréePatrick Decker

This recipe was created by chef Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco's Jardinière. It's part of a special menu she created for Epicurious's Wine.Dine.Donate program.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 10 servings

Ingredients

10 medium parsnips (4 pounds total), peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch-thick slices
12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
1/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon fine sea salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. In heavy large pot combine parsnips with enough cold water to cover. Place over moderately high heat, cover, and bring to a boil. Continue boiling until tender, about 30 to 45 minutes. Drain. Working in 2 batches, pureé hot parsnips, butter, and chicken stock until smooth. Transfer to large serving dish, stir in salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

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