Mashed Sweet Potatoes & Parsnips

Submitted by Smurfetta Chef #427781

"A really good side dish to serve with an Easter ham. I was skeptical about the parsnips until I tried it."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 1⁄4 cup evaporated milk
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1⁄4 cup fresh chives, chopped (or green onion tops)

directions

1. Combine sweet potatoes and parsnips in large saucepan. Cover with cold water; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
2. Drain vegetables; return to pan. Add milk, butter, salt and nutmeg. Mash potato mixture to desired consistency over low heat. Stir in chives.

Reviews

[GAHylback]

I tried this for a pot luck I attended. I followed the recipe and it was a total hit! Delicious- especially with the hint of nutmeg.