Mashed Celery Root with Truffle Oil

Submitted by Lezlie Zolinger


Ingredients:
1-2 celery roots, washed, peeled, and chopped into chunks
3 T. butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 c. chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 c. heavy cream
nutmeg to taste
salt and pepper to taste
1 t. truffle oil

Directions:
1. Combine celery root, butter, and garlic in pan. Saute for about 5 minutes.
2. Add broth and simmer for about 15 minutes or until root is tender. Remove from heat, cool slightly, mash or puree. Work in the cream.
3. Put in baking dish and sprinkle with seasonings. Mix and bake at 350* until heated through.
4. Just before serving, stir in truffle oil. Serve hot.