GOLDEN MASHED POTATOES WITH PARSNIPS AND PARSLEY

Golden Mashed Potatoes with Parsnips and Parsley image

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 pound parsnips, peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3 ounces trimmed parsley root (about 3 medium), peeled, but into 1-inch pieces (optional)
1 large garlic clove, halved
3 cups (or more) water
1 14 1/2-ounce can low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or parsley root tops
Additional minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Combine potatoes, parsnips, parsley root, if using, and garlic in heavy large saucepan. Add 3 cups water and broth; if necessary, add additional water to cover by 1 inch. Boil uncovered until vegetables are tender, about 25 minutes. Drain vegetables, reserving liquid.
Return vegetables to pot. Add cream and butter. Set over low heat; mash until mixture is smooth; and fluffy, adding enough reserved cooking liquid to thin to desired consistency. Mix in 2 tablespoons parsley. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat, stirring.) Transfer to bowl. Top with additional parsley.