Mashed Carrot Sweet Potato

Mashed Carrot Sweet Potato

Ingredients

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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into large bite-sized pieces

1. 4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped into large bite-sized pieces

2. Water

1. 2-3 Tbsp dairy-free butter (we prefer Miyoko’s or Earth Balance // if not vegan, sub organic dairy butter or ghee)

2. 2 cloves garlic, minced

3. 1/4 tsp ground ginger

4. 1/2 tsp ground turmeric

5. Sea salt to taste

FOR SERVING optional

1. Additional butter of choice

2. Fresh parsley

3. Salt and pepper

Instructions

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Rinse, peel, and chop potatoes and carrots into large bite-sized pieces (see photo) and add to a large pot or Dutch oven. Cover with water by about 1 inch to ensure they’re submerged.

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Bring water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, slightly reduce heat to medium-high and continue cooking at a slightly less rapid boil for about 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are very tender (they should easily fall off a knife when pierced).

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Drain carrots and potatoes and add back to the pot (or to a food processor or blender for a whipped purée effect). Add butter of choice, minced garlic, ginger, turmeric, and sea salt to taste. Mash (or purée) until smooth. We found a food processor to give the creamiest texture, but mashing works fine, too (it just leaves a bit more texture).

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Add more butter (or a bit of water) as needed to get creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more butter for creaminess, spices to taste, or sea salt to taste.

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Serve hot. Garnish with additional butter of choice, fresh parsley, and salt and pepper (all optional). Store cooled leftovers in the refrigerator up to 4-5 days.

adapted by Minimalistbaker.com