Smashed Butter & Herb Parsnips

Serves: 8

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
½ cup low sodium vegetable broth or water
2 pounds parsnips, scrubbed and thinly sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley and chives recommended)

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:
Bring butter, oil, and broth or water to a boil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add parsnips; season with salt and pepper, cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until parsnips are tender. Add fresh herbs and mash gently with a potato masher or wooden spoon until well combined, but still chunky. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving:
Calories: 112

Total Fat: 3 grams

Saturated Fat:  gram

Total Carbohydrate: 20 grams

Protein: 1 gram

Sodium: 101 milligrams

Cholesterol: 4 milligrams

Fiber: 6 grams

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