Best 6 Lanttulaatikko Finnish Mashed Turnip Casserole Recipes

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Lanttulaatikko, or Finnish mashed turnip casserole, is a traditional Finnish dish typically served at Christmas dinner. It is a hearty and flavorful casserole made with mashed turnips, rice, and spices. The turnips are cooked until tender and then mashed with butter, cream, and eggs. Rice is then added to the mixture, along with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. The casserole can be baked in the oven or cooked on the stovetop. It is often served with lingonberry jam or lingonberry sauce.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FINNISH TURNIP CASSEROLE (LANTTULAATIKKO)



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My grandfather was born in Finland and came to Canada with his family when he was 2. Eventually he married an English-Canadian girl who learned to make this from his stepmother. I have no idea how close it is to the authentic dish but it is a Markanen family tradition for Christmas dinner.

Provided by susanjm

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6") turnip peeled and cut in 3/4
1 large egg well-beaten
2 tablespoons white sugar more if needed
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup milk approximately
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. Place turnip in a large pot with enough water to cover. 2. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Cook turnip until it's very soft, 30 to 40 minutes. Drain well and return to pot. 3. Mash well. (My mother uses her electric mixer to beat it but I think it's better if it's not super smooth.) 4. Add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, stirring and tasting after each addition. The turnip should taste a little bit too sweet. 5. Stir in the butter until melted and well mixed then add the beaten egg and mix well. 6. Add milk gradually while stirring. Mixture should be relatively sloppy, so add more if necessary. 7. Spoon turnip into a shallow casserole. 8. Melt butter and stir in bread crumbs. Sprinkle mixture evenly on top of the turnip. 9. Bake in a 350(F) degree oven for about 45 minutes, until crumb topping starts to brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out cleanly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 6.81049062783559 g, Carbohydrate 5.85906125313562 g, Cholesterol 42.4890625072168 mg, Fiber 0.202500000171183 g, Protein 1.77729687581267 g, SaturatedFat 4.01744000171469 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (30g), Sodium 86.6500000488342 mg, Sugar 5.65656125296444 g, TransFat 0.560600625218068 g

FINNISH TURNIP CASSEROLE



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Carrots and sugar sweeten the turnip in this side dish. A must for my family's Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. The recipe is often requested.

Provided by Tira N Gilchrest

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large carrots, cubed
1 large turnip, cubed
3 tablespoons softened butter
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 eggs
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Place the carrot and turnip cubes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • Return the carrots and turnips to the pot, and mash well with the butter, salt, flour and 1/4 cup of sugar. Whisk together the eggs and milk in a bowl, then stir into the mashed carrot mixture until blended. Scrape into the prepared casserole dish. Stir together 2 tablespoons of sugar with the cinnamon in a small bowl, and sprinkle over the top of the carrot mash.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the carrot mash has slightly firmed and the top has begun to turn golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 78.9 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 311.7 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

LANTTULAATIKKO (FINNISH MASHED TURNIP CASSEROLE)



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This hearty Finnish side dish is similar to mashed potatoes, but with the special, earthy flavor of yellow turnips (lanttu). Lanttulaatikko is a favorite Christmas dish on Finnish holiday tables.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large turnip, peeled
1/8 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup butter
1 large egg
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Boil turnip till tender (15-20 minutes). Remove turnip and allow to cool.
  • When cooled, mash turnip with potato masher or ricer in a medium bowl. Mix in all other ingredients.
  • Put mixture in casserole dish and bake in oven at 325 degrees F for one hour. Casserole should be brown and fully cooked through.
  • Note: in the USA, "yellow turnips" are sold as "rutabagas".

FINNISH TURNIP CASSEROLE (LANTTULAATIKKO)



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Provided by BigOven Cooks

Categories     Main Dish

Time 1h

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 md Turnips or rutabagas, peeled
1 ts Salt
1/2 ts Nutmeg
2 Eggs beaten
3 tb Butter
1/4 c Cream
2 tb Brown sugar (optional)
1/4 c Fine dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • As requested here is the Finnish Turnip Casserole. You can use Turnips or Rutabagas. When we were children my mother started adding brown sugar to the beaten eggs, if you like, add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the beaten eggs before adding to the turnip mixture. It works well to halve or double the recipe, depending on how many people you are serving. -Leslie. Cook the turnips until soft (about 20 minutes) in salted water to cover. Drain and mash. Soak the bread crumbs in the cream and stir in nutmeg, salt and beaten eggs. Combine with the mashed turnips. Add the brown sugar (if using) to the beaten eggs before adding to turnips. Turn into a buttered casserole dish, dot the top with the butter, and bake in a moderate oven (350 F.) for 1 hour or until lightly browned on top. Serves 6-8. Posted to EAT-L Digest 21 October 96 Date: Tue, 22 Oct 1996 00:43:46 -0400 From: Leslie Duncan

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1745 calories, Fat 110.04445375 g, Carbohydrate 119.9138775 g, Cholesterol 2288.024375 mg, Fiber 8.7307998752594 g, Protein 74.94077125 g, SaturatedFat 52.107205 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (964g), Sodium 1559.386 mg, Sugar 111.183077624741 g, TransFat 12.61119875 g

MAKE-AHEAD TURNIP CASSEROLE



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This make-ahead casserole is the perfect fall-flavored side dish to accompany a Thanksgiving turkey or roast ham. It is delicious!

Provided by SUNKIST2

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups cubed turnips
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch nutmeg
½ cup fine bread crumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place turnips into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Mash turnips; add butter and eggs.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a bowl and stir into turnips. Transfer mixture to a baking dish.
  • Combine bread crumbs and melted butter and sprinkle on top of turnip mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light brown on top, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 603.6 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

TURNIP CASSEROLE



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No holiday meal in our home is complete without this dish handed down by my Finnish grandmother. It makes an excellent complement to turkey, beef or ham. -Doris Hubert, East Killingly, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium turnips, peeled and cubed
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place turnips in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15 minutes or until tender and drain. Transfer turnips to a bowl and mash. Add the egg, sugar, butter and salt. , Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cinnamon. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality turnips. This will ensure that your casserole has the best flavor and texture.
  • Peel and dice the turnips evenly. This will help them cook evenly in the casserole.
  • Don't overcook the turnips. They should be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.
  • Use a good quality butter. This will add flavor and richness to the casserole.
  • Add the cream and milk slowly. This will help prevent the casserole from curdling.
  • Season the casserole to taste. Salt, pepper, and nutmeg are all good options.
  • Garnish the casserole with chopped parsley or chives before serving. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Lanttulaatikko is a delicious and comforting Finnish dish that is perfect for a winter meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it creamy or crispy, savory or sweet, there is a lanttulaatikko recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give lanttulaatikko a try. You won't be disappointed.

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