Parsnip and Pear Purée

Peel the parsnips and cut them into even 2 inch chunks. Peel the pear, halve it lengthwise and scoop out the stem and core with a spoon. Cut into even chunks.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the parsnips and cook for 12 minutes.

Add the pear and cook until both the pear and the parsnips are soft enough to mash with a fork, about 10 minutes more.

Drain well.

Purée with an immersion blender or food mill or push through a sieve.

Add the warm cream to the parsnip and pear purée and stir until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve at once