smashed parsnips and potatoes with Thyme

By Jcassatly

Ingredients

• 1/4 c EVOO
• 1/2 lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 1/2 lbs baby yukon potatoes, quartered
• 1 tbl plus 1 1/2 tsp thyme leaves

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat 1 tbl oil in med saucepan over medium heat. Cook parsnips with S for 5 minutes. Add potatoes, more salt; cover with water. Bring to boil then reduce heat and simmer until very tender but still hold shape. 12-14 minutes.

2. Drain parsnips and potatoes. Return empty sauce pan to high heat allowing remaining water to evaporate. Add EVOO and thyme. cook until Thyme starts to sizzle, abt 1 min. Add parsnips and potatoes and smash with back of wooden spoon until chunky. Season with S and P/ Drizzle with oil