French Pureed Celeriac Root

Elevate your side dish game with this French Pureed Celeriac Root recipe—a creamy, luxurious blend of earthy celeriac, buttery russet potato, and gently infused garlic. This velvety purée is enriched with a warm mixture of unsalted butter, heavy cream, and whole milk, lending a decadently smooth texture that melts in your mouth. The subtle seasoning of salt and white pepper allows the natural flavors to shine, while the use of a food processor or immersion blender ensures a flawless, silky consistency. Perfect as an elegant accompaniment to roasted meats or poultry, this sophisticated dish transforms simple roots into a gourmet delight. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's a versatile, restaurant-worthy side that brings French-inspired elegance to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large (about 600 grams) celeriac root
• 1 medium (about 200 grams) russet potato
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 small garlic cloves

Directions

Step 1

Peel the celeriac root and the potato, then chop both into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and leave them whole.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the celeriac, potato, and garlic, then reduce the heat to medium. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the celeriac and potato are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the vegetables and garlic thoroughly, then return them to the pot to evaporate any residual moisture. This helps prevent a watery purée.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, heat the butter, heavy cream, and milk over low heat until warm, but do not let it boil.

Step 6

Use a food processor or an immersion blender to purée the celeriac, potato, and garlic. Gradually add the warm butter-cream mixture into the processor while blending until the purée is silky and smooth.

Step 7

Season the purée with salt and white pepper. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning evenly.

Step 8

Transfer the purée to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkling of freshly chopped parsley for presentation.

Step 9

Serve warm as a luxurious side dish to complement your main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1096 grams (1096.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1236

Total Fat 81.90g	105%
Saturated Fat 48.00g	240%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 228mg	76%
Sodium 3081mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 105.60g	38%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 17.00g
Protein 19.00g	38%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 459mg	35%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 3136mg	67%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 34.2%