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Parmesan Parsnip Mashed Potatoes

A twist on mashed potatoes with parsnips, parmesan and bacon. A great weeknight side dish.
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, christmas dinner, comfort food, Food, holiday dinner, mashed potatoes, parmesan, parsnips, side dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 351kcal

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium russet potatoes peeled, diced
  • 1 parsnip peeled, diced
  • 5 slices bacon diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup grated fresh Parmesan
  • pinch nutmeg
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place potatoes and parsnip in a large pot. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender. Drain. Return to pot.
  • While potatoes are cooking, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
  • Add butter, 1/2 cup milk, Parmesan and nutmeg to parsnips and potatoes and mash with potato masher (or you can use a handheld mixer). Add more milk if desired. Fold in bacon pieces. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Notes

Nutrition information for estimation purposes only. 

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 1093mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 412IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 2mg