Given the task definition and input, reply with output. In this task, you have to identify the named entities (NER) which are the ingredients required given its directions. Named entities are the names of the items without their quantity.

Cut each carrot into rounds about 1/2 inch thick., Cut the parsnips crosswise into 1-inch lengths., Cut the potatoes into rounds about 1 inch thick., Put the vegetables in a saucepan and add water to cover and salt., Bring to a boil., Simmer for about 15 minutes or until tender., Drain., Put the vegetables through a food mill or ricer into a saucepan., Reheat while adding the butter, salt, pepper, parsley and nutmeg., Blend well., Serve piping hot.
carrots, parsnips, potatoes, Salt, butter, Freshly ground pepper, parsley, freshly ground nutmeg