Celery Root and Potato Purée with Chervil (Céleri Rave en Purée) Recipe-March 2024-www.zdask.com

　　Active Time

　　30 min

　　Total Time

　　1 1/4 hr

　　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.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

　　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

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.

　　Cooks' note:

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