Apple and Parsnip Mash

Ingredients:
1 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter (cold)
2/3 lb parsnips (peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds)
1 apple (peeled and cubed)
1 cup water
salt to taste

Directions: 

Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook parsnips in a single layer until just golden on bottoms, about 10 minutes. Flip, and add the apple, water, and salt. Raise heat to medium-high, and simmer, covered, until parsnips and apples are very soft, about 20 minutes.

Remove from heat, and let stand, covered to retain moisture, until slightly cooled, about 5 minutes. Puree mixture in a blender until smooth. With machine running, add remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter.
Serve and enjoy!
By: Martha Stewart