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Loaded Holiday Parsnip Mash (Paleo & AIP Mashed Potatoes)

Loaded Holiday Parsnip Mash (Paleo/AIP “Mashed Potatoes”)

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Author Michelle

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lb parsnips peeled and diced
  • 1 medium white onion sliced
  • 3-4 pieces of bacon cooked and diced
  • ¼ cup green onion diced
  • cup coconut oil or ghee + 1 tbsp
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp dried thyme

Instructions

  • 1. Add the parsnips to a medium pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer for 20-25 minutes until parsnips are soft and tender.
  • 2. Remove the parsnips from the heat, strain the water and allow them to cool.
  • 3. In a medium pan, melt 1 tbsp of the cooking fat and add the diced onion and a pinch of salt. Stir until onions are soft and cooked. Remove from heat and set aside in a small serving bowl.
  • 4. Once the parsnips are cooled, add them to a high speed blender or food processor along with the cooking fat, salt, garlic, and thyme. Blend until combined.
  • 5. Serve the parsnip mash in a large serving both with onions, green onion, and diced bacon on the side for toppings. Salt to taste!