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RCI-VG.002.0085.001

Mashed Potatoes-Carrots-Parsnip-Kale

Mashed potatoes in a healthy combination with root and winter vegetables.

Prep120 min
Cook20 min
Total140 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

  • onion
    diced
    1 large
  • / 20 oz potatoes
    peeled and cut into chunks
    600 g
  • / 10 oz carrots
    peeled and cut into medium size chunks
    400 g
  • parsnip
    peeled and cut into medium size chunks
    1 large
  • / 16 oz kale
    washed, stemmed and cut into 1 inch strips
    500 g
  • 1 unit
  • – 2 lb smoked sausage
    1 unit
  • – 4 tbsp butter
    2 unit

Method

1
Peel and dice the potatoes, carrots, and parsnips into roughly equal-sized chunks, and roughly chop the onion and kale, discarding any tough kale stems.
10 minutes
2
Place the potatoes, carrots, parsnips, and onion into a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
10 minutes
3
Reduce the heat to a steady boil and cook the vegetables until they are completely tender when pierced with a fork.
20 minutes
4
Add the chopped kale to the pot during the last 5 minutes of cooking, submerging it into the boiling water to wilt and soften.
5 minutes
5
Drain all the vegetables thoroughly in a colander, then return them to the warm pot.
2 minutes
6
Mash all the vegetables together using a potato masher or hand mixer until you reach your desired consistency, whether smooth or slightly rustic.
5 minutes
7
Season the mash generously with salt and pepper to taste, stirring well to incorporate the seasoning evenly throughout the mixture.
2 minutes
8
Transfer the mash to a warm serving dish and serve immediately as a hearty side alongside your choice of pork dish.