Mashed parsnips in a white bowl next to fresh parsnips on a wooden table.

Creamy Mashed Parsnips

Adapted from: Empowered Sustenance

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound Parsnips
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg
  • Ground Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Medium Saucepan

Instructions

  • Wash and peel the parsnips. Cut them into about 1-inch chunks, and place in a medium saucepan. Add water to just cover the parsnips.
  • Boil over medium heat until all the liquid has evaporated- about 20 minutes
  • Use a fork to mash the parsnips with butter and salt. Season with nutmeg and pepper.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Creamy Mashed Parsnips
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
273
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
30
mg
10
%
Sodium
 
142
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
856
mg
24
%
Carbohydrates
 
41
g
14
%
Fiber
 
11
g
46
%
Sugar
 
11
g
12
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
350
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
 
39
mg
47
%
Calcium
 
86
mg
9
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Gound Black Pepper, Ground Nutmeg, Nutmeg, Parsnip, Parsnips, Salt