Carrot Purée Recipe

French · Side dish · 30 min total

A silky, subtly sweet carrot purée that makes a perfect side dish or baby food. This simple recipe highlights the natural flavor of carrots with a touch of butter and cream.

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions

1. Place sliced carrots in a medium saucepan with water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until very tender.
2. Drain carrots, reserving 2 tablespoons of cooking liquid.
3. Transfer carrots to a blender or food processor. Add butter, heavy cream, white pepper, and reserved cooking liquid. Purée until smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm.

Tips

• For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil and cream with coconut milk.
• This purée can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
• Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.

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