Creamy Parsnip and Apple Puree

This creamy parsnip and apple puree is a delicious and nutritious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The parsnips provide a sweet and earthy flavor, while the apples add a touch of brightness and acidity. The puree is also thickened with nutritional yeast, which adds a cheesy flavor and a boost of protein. This puree is perfect as a side dish or as a base for a soup or sauce.

I first came up with the idea for this puree when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover parsnips. I had roasted them for a weeknight dinner, but I had a few left over that I didn't want to go to waste. I decided to try pureeing them with some apples and vegetable broth, and the results were amazing! The puree was creamy and smooth, with a delicious sweet and savory flavor. I've been making this puree ever since, and it's become a favorite of mine and my family.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 4-5 large parsnips, peeled and diced
• 1 large tart apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1/4 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Place the parsnips and apples in a medium saucepan and add the vegetable broth.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Drain the vegetables and add them to a blender or food processor.
4. Add the almond milk, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper and blend until smooth.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
6. Serve warm or cold.

Why It Works

• The parsnips and apples are cooked until tender before being pureed, which gives the puree a smooth and creamy texture.
• The nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor and a boost of protein to the puree.
• The puree can be seasoned to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.