How to Make Celery Root and Potato Puree - A Step-by-Step Guide

Have you ever tried celery root before? Also known as celeriac, this knobby, brown root vegetable is often overlooked in the produce aisle. But don't let its appearance fool you - celery root is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. One of our favorite ways to enjoy celery root is in a creamy, velvety puree, especially when combined with potatoes.

This Celery Root and Potato Puree recipe is a wonderful way to introduce yourself to the unique fla...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 large celery root, peeled and cut into chunks
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg, or to taste
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place potatoes and celery root into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and coarsely mash with a potato masher.
  • Mash butter, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper into potato mixture until desired consistency is reached. Fold cream into puree until just combined.
  • Nutrition

    320 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 51mg
    • Sodium: 333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 112mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1064mg