Name: Sweet-Potato and Parsnip Purée
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 4 parsnips, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup whole milk; 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt

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Sweet-Potato and Parsnip PuréeRomulo Yanes

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