Best 8 Mashed Carrots And Turnips Recipes

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Mashed carrots and turnips are a delicious and nutritious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet, and it is also a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Mashed carrots and turnips are also a very versatile dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. Whether you are looking for a simple and healthy side dish or a more creative and flavorful one, there is a mashed carrot and turnip recipe out there for you.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TURNIP AND CARROT MASH



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This is a dish I used to make only at Thanksgiving. I loved it so much that I began making a ton of it and freezing the rest in serving sizes! If you don't like turnip/rutabaga, try this way.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs carrots
2 lbs turnips or 2 lbs rutabagas
cream or milk
butter
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Boil carrots and turnip/rutabaga SEPARATELY.
  • When done, mash each SEPARATELY using as much cream, butter, and seasonings to your taste.
  • Just before serving, drain any liquid formed at the bottom of the bowls and GENTLY combine them both.
  • You should be able to see both carrot and turnip/rutabaga pieces in the combined dish.
  • ENJOY!
  • NB: Depending on your preferences, the amts of carrot vs turnip can be regulated. Leftovers freeze well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.3, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 154.4, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 9.7, Protein 2.1

MASHED CARROTS AND TURNIPS



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This recipe has been in my family for years. It's an inexpensive and easy dish to prepare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
2 medium turnips, peeled and diced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place carrots and turnips in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. , Drain and mash. Add the butter, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GLAZED CARROTS AND TURNIPS



Glazed Carrots and Turnips image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 pound turnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 pound carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the vegetables in a skillet just large enough to hold them in a single layer. Add enough water so that it comes halfway up their sides along with the butter and sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat, then adjust the heat to maintain a simmer. Cover the vegetables with a round of parchment paper just large enough to fit the inside diameter of the pan, or with a lid set ajar. Simmer the vegetables until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the cover and raise the heat to high. Toss the vegetables frequently in the pan, as the liquid evaporates to a shiny smooth glaze. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calorie, Fat 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 219 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 7 grams

MASHED CARROTS AND TURNIPS RECIPE



Mashed Carrots and Turnips Recipe image

Mashed Carrots and Turnips is sweet and so easy to make. And totally vegetarian!

Provided by Stacey Mebs

Categories     Sides to Share

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds carrot, peeled and sliced, about 4 1/2 cups
1 pound turnips, or rutabagas, peeled and cubed, about 3 cups
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place the carrots and turnips in a large stockpot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and boil for 40-45 minutes or until very tender. Drain the vegetables. Add the brown sugar, butter, salt and pepper and mash the vegetables with a potato masher, and then whip with an electric mixer until they're nice and fluffy. Serve with parsley for a garnish if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 4 g, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 352 mg, Sugar 18 g

TRIO OF MASHED ROOTS (PARSNIP, TURNIP AND CARROT)



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This fall and winter farm recipe was passed down from my Irish-Canadian grandmother Agnes Walsh (Donahoe). It's a simple mash that I updated with a dash of nutmeg and cayenne. An exciting (and affordable) side dish for all holiday menus.

Provided by Wendy

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 carrots, peeled and chopped
4 large parsnips, peeled and chopped
2 turnips, peeled and chopped
½ cup butter
½ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place carrots, parsnips, and turnips into a pot and cover with cold, lightly salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until a fork easily breaks apart the vegetables, about 25 minutes; drain. Return vegetables to the pot.
  • Mix butter, cream, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper into vegetables; roughly mash together with a potato masher until vegetables are broken down but individual colors are still visible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 67.8 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 200.9 mg, Sugar 11.7 g

PATTY'S MASHED TURNIPS



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The smell of hot buttery turnips always reminds me of the holiday season when my grandmother prepared this dish for the family. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Patty Spencer

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 large turnips
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Peel, wash, and quarter turnips.
  • Boil 35-45 minutes or until tender. Strain and rinse cooked turnips.
  • Place in large mixing bowl and use fork to break up turnips into smaller bits. Add milk and butter. Blend to desired consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 124.7 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

IRISH CARROT & PARSNIP MASH



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This dish is still widely made in Ireland - it is sometimes called "Green, white and Gold" or "Sunshine". Lovely flavor combination with the carrots and parsnips

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces carrots, peeled, cut into 1/4 slices
1 pinch sugar
12 ounces parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/4 slices
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
salt
pepper
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • Boil the carrots in a little lightly salted water with a pinch of sugar in it, until soft and drain.
  • Boil the parsnips separately in lightly salted water until soft and drain.
  • Marsh or puree them together.
  • Add the butter (less or more as you wish).
  • Season and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.3, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 100.5, Carbohydrate 21, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 6.8, Protein 1.7

CHEESY TURNIPS AND CARROTS



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Mild-tasting turnips and carrots are wonderfully enhanced by ginger, onion and a mouthwatering creamy cheese sauce in this super side dish. The serving bowl is always empty at the end of the meal.-Sandra Melnychenko, Grandview, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups chopped peeled turnips
2 cups sliced carrots
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup diced celery
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine turnips, carrots, ginger, water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender; drain and reserve liquid. Set vegetables aside. , In a large skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender; stir in the flour, pepper and remaining salt. Add milk and the vegetable liquid; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Stir in cheese until melted; stir in vegetables and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 661mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots and turnips: Look for firm, blemish-free carrots and turnips with smooth skin. Avoid any that are soft, wrinkled, or have dark spots.
  • Peel the carrots and turnips before cooking: Use a vegetable peeler to remove the outer layer of skin from the carrots and turnips. This will help them cook more evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Cut the carrots and turnips into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly. If the pieces are too large, they will take longer to cook and may become overcooked on the outside while still being raw on the inside.
  • Season the carrots and turnips with salt and pepper: This will help to enhance their flavor. You can also add other spices and herbs, such as garlic, thyme, or rosemary.
  • Cook the carrots and turnips until they are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the pieces and the cooking method. For mashed carrots and turnips, cook them until they are soft enough to mash easily with a fork.
  • Mash the carrots and turnips until smooth: Use a potato masher, ricer, or food processor to mash the carrots and turnips until they are smooth and creamy. You can leave them chunky if you prefer.
  • Serve the carrots and turnips hot: Mashed carrots and turnips are best served hot. You can garnish them with fresh parsley, chives, or dill.

Conclusion:

Mashed carrots and turnips are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are also low in calories and fat. Mashed carrots and turnips can be made in a variety of ways, so you can find a recipe that suits your taste. Whether you like them creamy and smooth or chunky and rustic, mashed carrots and turnips are a great way to add some vegetables to your next meal.

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