CARROT PARSNIP PUREE

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The home economists in our Test Kitchen came up with this good-tasting, good-for-you side dish that's a nice change from mashed potatoes. The natural sweetness of the parsnips and carrots is complemented by hint of ground nutmeg. Don't want to drag out your food processor? Mash the cooked vegetables with a potato masher instead.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups sliced fresh carrots
2 cups sliced peeled parsnips
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place 2 in. water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add parsnips; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Drain. , Place the vegetables in a food processor; add butter, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges