Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips With Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
25%
Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips With Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese
45 min.
8
180kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the comforting flavors of Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips with Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese, a delightful side dish that will elevate any meal. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe combines the creamy texture of Yukon gold potatoes with the subtle sweetness of parsnips, creating a harmonious blend that is both satisfying and nutritious. The addition of caramelized onions adds a rich depth of flavor, while the crumbled blue cheese introduces a tangy note that perfectly complements the dish.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves eight, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or dinner parties. With only 180 calories per serving, you can enjoy this decadent side without the guilt. The combination of fresh thyme and the natural sweetness from brown sugar enhances the overall taste, making each bite a delightful experience.

Whether you're serving it alongside a hearty main course or enjoying it on its own, this mashed potato and parsnip dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a comforting dish that brings warmth and joy to your dining table!

Ingredients

  •  baking potatoes cubed peeled (such as Yukon gold, 2 pounds)
  • 0.3 cup cheese blue crumbled
  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • lb parsnips peeled cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • large onion white thinly sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet overhigh heat; reduce to medium.Cook onions with sugar and salt, stirringoccasionally, until onions brown,20 to 25 minutes.
  2. Add a few tablespoons wateras you cook to keep onions from stickingor burning. Fill a medium stockpot¾ full with cold water.
  3. Add potatoes andparsnips; bring to a boil over high heat.Reduce heat and simmer until potatoesand parsnips are fork-tender, 20 to25 minutes, then drain. Beat 1/4 of potato parsnipmixture and 3 ounces broth in a mixingbowl with an electric mixer on mediumspeed until smooth. Repeat, alternatingbetween potato-parsnip mixture andbroth, until you've incorporated all. Foldin onions, cheese and thyme, and serve.
  4. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories180kcal
Protein10.51%
Fat17.02%
Carbs72.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.47
Glycemic Load
16.52
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.107826119532%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
1.2mg
Isorhamnetin
2.82mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
11.98mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:179.62kcal
8.98%
Fat:3.56g
5.48%
Saturated Fat:1.19g
7.47%
Carbohydrates:34.1g
11.37%
Net Carbohydrates:28.96g
10.53%
Sugar:8.59g
9.54%
Cholesterol:3.16mg
1.05%
Sodium:147.49mg
6.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.95g
9.89%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.15%
Vitamin C:22.56mg
27.34%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.79%
Fiber:5.14g
20.56%
Potassium:696.69mg
19.91%
Folate:62.59µg
15.65%
Vitamin K:15.57µg
14.83%
Phosphorus:133mg
13.3%
Magnesium:46.32mg
11.58%
Copper:0.21mg
10.63%
Vitamin B3:1.99mg
9.95%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.66%
Iron:1.74mg
9.64%
Calcium:80.96mg
8.1%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.51%
Vitamin B5:0.74mg
7.37%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.57%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.78%
Selenium:2.27µg
3.24%
Vitamin A:158.83IU
3.18%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.6%
Source:Epicurious