Smashed parsnips and potatoes with Thyme

By á-8183

Parsnips give this rustic mash a nutty sweetness. Warm olive oil and thyme add more flavor (and dispense with the need for butter).

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 1/2 lb. parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2' pieces
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 1/2 lbs. baby Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
• 1 Tbs. plus 1 1/2 tsps. thyme leaves

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook parsnips with 1/4 teaspoon salt for 5 minutes. Add potatoes and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until parsnips and potatoes are very tender but still hold their shape, 12 to 14 minutes.

2. Drain parsnips and potatoes. Return empty saucepan to high heat, allowing any remaining water to evaporate. Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil and the thyme. Cook until thyme starts to sizzle, about 1 minute. Add parsnips and potatoes, and smash with the back of a wooden spoon until combined but still chunky. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with oil.

MAKE AHEAD smashed potatoes and parsnips can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Warm over low heat, stirring occasionally, before serving.

Serves 4.