"Creamy" Root Vegetable Mash

Mashed potato. The perfect accompanyment to so many dishes. But it is so deceptive a small scoop for one point. That mound of fluffy mash you are craving could easily set you back 5-6 points especially if you add butter and milk. With two small children in the house mashed potato is a firm favourite and I often mix it with other vegetables to cut down on the points and to up my daily intake of vegetables.

"Creamy" Root Vegetable Mash
Serves 4 - 3 pt each

1.1 kg Potatoes peeled and cubed
1/2 small swede peeled and cubed
2 medium carrots sliced

Boil the potatoes until soft and starting to fall into the water. This will help with the mashing. In a seperate pan cook the carrot and swede. I sometimes use my steamer if I am short of hob space.

Break up the the potatoes with a fork and then mash. Do not add any milk or butter. They may look a little dry and floury at this stage but trust me all will be well. Once the swede and carrot are cooked these should be drained and pureed using a hand blender until smooth. The water in these vegetables will make a very runny puree. Once smooth with no lumps combine with the mashed potato. Mix with a wooden spoon, do not use the blender or the result will be too liquid.

This will give a wonderful golden yellow mash with a very smooth and creamy texture. If desired salt, black pepper and maybe a little nutmeg can be added.

Try this as a topping for cottage or fish pie to save on points. Other vegetables can be added or substituted such as butternut squash or parsnip.