Mashed Potatoes With Celery Root

This is a much lighter version of this recipe than others that I have seen but is still very tasty.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb celery root, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1  large baking potato, peeled and cut in half
• 1  garlic clove, peeled
• 2  tablespoons milk
• 1  tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1  tablespoon fresh chives, thinly sliced

Directions

1. In a covered saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the celery root, potato and garlic until tender, about 20 minutes.
2. Drain and return to the pot.
3. Smash with a potato masher.
4. Using electric beaters or a wooden spoon, beat in the milk, oil, salt and pepper until light and fluffy.
5. Stir in the chives.