Carrot and Potato Purée

Carrot and Potato Purée

Instructions

1
Cook carrots in a 6-quart pot of boiling salted water
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, uncovered, until very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
3
While carrots are boiling, peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
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4
Transfer cooked carrots with a slotted spoon to a food processor.
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Add potatoes to boiling water and cook, uncovered, until tender, about 10 minutes, then drain in a colander.
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6
While potatoes are cooking, purée carrots in food processor with 1/4 cup cream until smooth, about 2 minutes.
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7
Heat butter and remaining 1/4 cup cream in pot over moderate heat, stirring, until butter is melted, then force potatoes through ricer into pot.
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Add carrot purée, sea salt, and pepper to taste and stir until combined well.
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• Carrot and potato purée can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Reheat in a microwave or double boiler.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In1 h
Servings8
Health Score13
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