Root Vegetable Mash

From Prevention magazine, Nov. 2010. A recipe from Mario Batali!

2 large carrots, cut into 1/2 inch rounds
2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 medium turnips, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 medium onions, cut into 1/4 inch dice
2 medium parsnips, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Grated zest of 2 oranges
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch chives, finely chopped

1. Bring the carrot, potato, turnip, onion, parsnip, sweet potato, and water to cover a boil in a 4-quart saucepan. Then lower to a simmer and cook until all the vegetables are soft, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain the vegetables and pass through a food mill into a large bowl or mash thoroughly by hand. Stir in the cinnamon, oil, and orange zest and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the chives and serve.

Try #1 - November 5, 2010
I made this without the parsnips or turnips (not something we usually have lying around the house...), and it turned out well. I also left out the orange zest and chives... so, I only used about half of the actual ingredients. :) Still good, and a good alternative to traditional mashed potatoes!