Mashed Turnips and Squash

This simple Mashed Turnips and Acorn Squash recipe is an easy fall side dish that requires just a few basic ingredients. It's deliciously savoury with a hint of sweet and perfect to serve for the holidays or everyday meals. If you're looking for an alternative to mashed potatoes or just want to change up your Thanksgiving side dishes, you'll love this vegetable mash.

1 tsp. sea salt
2 (1.5 lb) turnip, cut into chunks
2 (1.5 lb) acorn squash, cut into chunks
¼-½ cup heavy cream
¼-½ cup butter
1 Tbsp. coconut sugar (optional)
sea salt
black pepper, freshly cracked

Garnish:
nutmeg, freshly grated (optional)

Put the vegetables in a large pot, cover with water, add the salt and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are very tender, then drain.

Leave the vegetables to steam dry in a colander for a few minutes, then return to the pot. Add butter, cream and sugar to the pot.

Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Pulse until vegetables reach desired consistency. Or use a masher to manually mash the vegetables.

Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with freshly ground nutmeg, if desired.

Makes 6-8 servings.