Savoury Mashed Parsnips

Savoury Mashed Parsnips

A quick side dish and a great alternative to peas and carrots. Serves 8!

Ingredients
8 Cups parsnips cut in 1” cubes
1 tsp ground sage
1 tsp ground thyme
1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt
3 Tbsp butter
1/3 Cup milk or half and half

Directions
1. In a large pot put the cubes parsnips, salt  and a couple inches of water.  Bring to a boil then turn down heat to low-medium.  Cook until fork tender.
2. Remove from heat and mash with a potato masher.  Add sage, thyme garlic , butter and milk.  3. Continue to mash until you achieve the desired consistency.  
4. Salt and pepper to taste.  
5. Place in bowl and decorate with parsley or chives.