Celery Root and Potato Puree

A bowl of potato and celery root puree with a spoon on a wooden surface

An easy, sophisticated puree of celery root and potatoes. Unbelievably creamy and delicious and completely make-ahead. A great option for elegant and effortless entertaining!

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Course: side dishes

Cuisine: Nordic, Scandinavian

Keyword: easy mashed potatoes, homemade potato puree, mashed potatoes, root vegetable mash

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 1 5

Servings: -12 servings

Calories: 260kcal

Author: Kristi

Ingredients

▢ 4 large russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1 ½ inch chunks
▢ 2 large celery roots peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks
▢ ½ onion quartered
▢ 4 cups water
▢ 4 cups whole milk
▢ 1 tablespoon coarse salt plus more to taste
▢ 8 tablespoons 1 stick unsalted butter
▢ Freshly ground pepper

Instructions

Place potatoes, celery root and onion a large pot and cover with water and milk. Add salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook until potatoes and celery root are very tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and discard cooking liquid.
Transfer half of the potatoes and celery root to a food processor along with 4 tablespoons of butter. Process until smooth and transfer to a serving bowl. Repeat with remaining potatoes, celery root and butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve. (Puree can be prepared a day ahead and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop just before serving).

Notes

This recipe can easily be halved for a smaller crowd.

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