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Celery Root and Potato Purée with Chervil (Céleri Rave en Purée)

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Much more interesting than plain mashed potatoes, this purée gets an earthy boost from celery root and chervil and an amazing smoothness and richness from a generous amount of cream.

Cooks' note:

Purée can be made 2 days ahead and chilled. Reheat gently.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    1 1/4 hr

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
1 1/2 pounds celery root (celeriac)
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped chervil
Equipment: a food mill or potato ricer

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel potatoes and celery root. Cut into 1-inch chunks. Steam in a large steamer set over boiling water, covered, until very tender, 30 to 40 minutes.

    Step 2

    Force through food mill into a bowl. Stir in cream, chervil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Season with additional salt.

TagsFrenchEuropeanCelery RootRoot VegetableVegetablePotatoChervilHerbs & SpicesSideDinnerGluten FreeNut FreeEasyMake Ahead5 Ingredients or FewerSteamGourmet
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