Puree of Apple and Celery Root
Celery root (celeriac) and apple are made for each other. This sweet, earthy puree is a simply stunning accompaniment to roast pork, turkey, or duck. Take a break from mashed potatoes and serve this delectably creamy side dish for an intriguing change of pace.
Serves 4
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 3/4 pound celery root (celeriac), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 medium, tart apples (such as Fuji or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
Sea salt, to taste
4 gratings of fresh nutmeg
1 star anise pod
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup heavy (whipping) cream
Melt the butter in a large saucepan and add the celery root cubes. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the celery root starts to soften, about 15 minutes. Add the apples, salt, nutmeg, star anise, and apple cider, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pan and cook slowly until the mixture is very soft and tender, 45 to 60 minutes. Uncover and add the heavy cream. Cook until the cream is almost completely absorbed, about 10 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat and discard the star anise pod. Puree the mixture with an immersion or stick blender until it is smooth, or transfer the mixture to a food processor and process until smooth.
The mash can be made a day in advance of serving. Cool completely and refrigerate, covered. To reheat, place in a small saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until hot, 10 to 15 minutes.
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