Celery Root Puree

 

This is comfort food and a favorite accompaniment to a light seafood dish.

 

Celery Root Puree

 

1 large parsnip, peeled and cut into 1 1/2" chunks

1 large celery root, 2 lbs, peeled and cut into 1 1/2" chunks

1/2 t kosher salt

1/4 t white pepper

1 T cream

chives, chopped

 

Bring a stockpot of water to a rolling boil.  Add parsnip and celery root and boil until vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork, 18-20 minutes.

 

Transfer vegetables to a food processor and add seasoning and cream.  Process until smooth.  Taste and adjust seasonings.  Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates and garnish with chives.

 

Serves 4.