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Puree of Celeriac with Pears

:  November/December 1995

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With its distinctive earthy flavor, celeriac (celery root) makes an interesting alternative to mashed potatoes or pureed squash. Pears add a touch of sweetness.


Puree of Celeriac with Pears Recipe

Makes: 6 servings, 2/3 cup each

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Nutrition Profile

Diabetes appropriate | Low calorie | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Low sodium | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | High fiber | High potassium | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds celeriac (3 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, or to taste, divided
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 firm ripe pears, preferably Bosc
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 2 teaspoons butter or extra-virgin olive oil
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste

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Preparation

  1. Place celeriac in a large saucepan. Cover with water, add 1 tablespoon lemon juice and season the water with salt. Bring to a boil. Adjust heat to maintain a gentle boil and cook, covered, for 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, peel pears and cut into 1-inch chunks. Add the pears to the pan; continue cooking until the celeriac and pears are very tender, about 10 minutes longer. Drain and puree in a food processor.
  3. Return the puree to the pan. Stir in thyme and butter (or oil). Season with lemon juice, salt and pepper.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: The puree can be kept warm in a water bath for up to 1 hour or it can be prepared ahead and stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a water bath or the microwave.

Nutrition

Per serving: 124 calories; 2 g fat ( 1 g sat , 0 g mono ); 3 mg cholesterol; 27 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 3 g protein; 5 g fiber; 238 mg sodium; 642 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (33% daily value), Potassium (19% dv).

Carbohydrate Servings: 1 1/2

Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch


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Recipe Categories

Ethnic/Regional
American
Health & Diet Considerations
Diabetes appropriate
Low calorie
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Low sodium
Heart healthy
Healthy weight
High fiber
High potassium
Gluten free
Ease of Preparation
Easy
Total Time
45 minutes or less
Servings
6
Meal/Course
Dinner

Season
Spring
Fall
Winter
Holiday
Christmas
Thanksgiving
Style/Theme
Everyday favorites
Make ahead instructions
Vegetarian
Type of Dish
Side dish, vegetable
Publication
November/December 1995
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