Thursday, December 23, 2010

Go ahead - mash it up!!

During the holiday season there are lots of root vegetables in the market on special. But what do you do with them? Roast em and mash em of course! You can be creative with your spice cabinet but here are some flavoring ideas.

First off pick up sweet potatoes, turnips, carrots, butternut squash, acorn squash, cauliflower from the store - then lets have some fun!!

You can either peel and cut up items and steam or boil them or slice in half, drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper and roast face down on a baking sheet at 400 degrees until tender. Then scoop flesh from skin and mix with flavors.

Sweet potatoes: 100% pure maple syrup and cinnamon, nutmeg
Turnips: Romano cheese, thyme
Carrots: curry and sage
Butternut Squash: allspice, coconut milk, cumin
Acorn Squash: ginger and cranberry juice
Cauliflower: rosemary, Asiago cheese, garlic, salt and pepper

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