Over the Holidays I made mashed potatoes a couples of times for family get togethers (I used red, New Potatoes…my favorite variety). And so my kids have been asking for mashed potatoes quite often since. As much I do really loves potatoes, I know they are not the healthiest choice. Perhaps the most important thing to understand about potatoes is that they are a nightshade, and thus contain alkaloids which can impact nerve-muscle function and digestive function. Now I can attest to this first hand. Potatoes do not agree with me (for me, they cause digestive disruption and seem to exacerbate inflammation). If you follow the SCD, GAPS, or Paleo diet, you know that potatoes are not allowed. If you’re interested, you can read more about nightshades here. So I use celery root A LOT as a sub for potatoes. A while back I made Jill’s celery root fries, and LOVED them. And I’ve graduated to using celery root to replace mashed potatoes. And I have to say, it’s a very tasty alternative. One thing you will notice is celery root has a creamy, velvety texture. I just love this. Not as starchy as potatoes. So do my kids love celery root mash as much as mashed potatoes? My son loves it, but by daughter would rather have the massed taters (but my kids don’t get a choice, if they are not allergic to it, they have to eat it). I usually make roasted celery root mash with chicken and a lovely dairy free lemon garlic gravy, so it all works really well together and I get few objections. I highly recommend roasting the celery root as a way to impart a deep, rich favor in the dish. Enjoy!
Coming soon…out of this world lemon garlic chicken gravy (SCD). Seriously, SOOO good!
That looks like real mashed potatoes Amber-wow! I am looking forward to trying this. I haven’t used celery root much. I also didn’t even know paprika was a nightshade. I always learn so much from you!
Thanks, Laura. This is by far one of my favorite side dishes. I hope you will give it a try one day. I know you and your family will love it.
I have never used celery root! Can’t wait to make this, thanks
I think you’ll really like it Cassidy. Let me know what you think.
Oh wow! I’m pretty excited by this celery root concept. I’ve recently gotten into rutabagas (mainly because the word “rutabaga” is so much fun to say out loud) and parsnips. I must try roasting up celery root now! And I can’t wait for that lemon garlic gravy! Thanks for sharing.
Yes, that lemon garlic gravy is coming soon. Next week I will post it for sure.
I love the recommendation to roast it first. I bought some to make a mash, but haven’t made it just yet. This recipes comes just in time and I will try your method.
Roasting just imparts so much wonderful flavor. I hope you’ll give this a try. It’s so creamy and delicious.
Ps, I didn’t get a choice growing up either and I attribute that to my love of just about anything!
I love that, France.
this is so intriguing Amber! I have been avoiding potatoes recently but I miss my mashed potatoes so much! I will have to try this!
Give this one a try for sure Miss. Gabby..you will love it!
Dare I say that I have never eaten celery root. This looks and sounds amazing! Thanks for linking it up at Gluten Free Fridays!
Hi Cindy,
Well how fun to have a new food to try.