Best 7 Mashed Turnips With Caraway Recipes

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Mashed turnips with caraway is a savory and comforting side dish that can be enjoyed year-round. It is a simple dish to make, but it is packed with flavor. The turnips are cooked until they are tender and then mashed with butter, milk, and caraway seeds. The caraway seeds add a nutty and slightly bitter flavor to the dish, which pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the turnips. Mashed turnips with caraway is a great way to use up leftover turnips, and it is also a healthy and affordable dish.

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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

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.

TURNIP MASH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Peel and roughly chop 3 pounds turnips. Place in a pot and cover with equal parts milk and water (about 2 1/2 cups each); add a pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until soft, 20 to 25 minutes; drain. Puree with 1/4 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons butter. Season with salt and top with crumbled cooked bacon.
  • Use a food processor or immersion blender to puree these veggies-they're too fibrous for a potato masher.

MASHED GARLIC TURNIPS



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For those of you who don't like or haven't tried turnip. Great with a steak, a roast, or chops. From: 500 Low-Carb Recipes by Dana Carpender

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs turnips, peeled and cut into chunks
8 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon salt or 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Place the turnips and the garlic in a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Add water to fill about halfway, cover, and place over medium-high heat.
  • Bring to a boil, turn down the burner, and simmer until quite soft (about 15 minutes).
  • Drain the turnips and garlic very well.
  • Using a potato masher, mash the turnips and garlic together.
  • Stir in the butter, horseradish, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, and mix well.
  • Just before serving, stir in the chives.
  • Each serving has 10 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein.

MASHED TURNIPS WITH CARAWAY



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Discover turnips in a whole new way. Something about caraway seeds enhances the taste of the turnip. Kids will enjoy this one, too!

Provided by Cookin' Canuck

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds turnips, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons caraway seeds
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Place the turnips in a pot and cover with water; bring to a boil over high heat and cook until turnips turn yellowish orange and are soft, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain water, leaving turnips in the pot.
  • Stir the butter and caraway seeds into the turnips. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Use a potato masher to mash turnips to desired consistency. Stir in the cream and mash again, blending well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 132.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

MASHED TURNIPS



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This simple recipe for mashed turnips is rich, creamy, and delicious. It's even a little sweet, thanks to the sugar, so it's a side dish anyone will love.

Provided by Andrea Lynn

Categories     Dinner     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt (to taste)
1 pound turnips (peeled and diced large)
2 to 3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and season with salt.
  • Once boiling, add the peeled and diced turnips. Cook until fork tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Drain the turnips and place them back into the pot. Add the butter , sugar, and pepper, and season with salt to taste.
  • Using a potato masher, mash the turnips with the butter and seasonings until it reaches your desired consistency. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 165 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 9 g, ServingSize 2 cups (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHICKEN BROTH-BRAISED TURNIPS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges
3/4 cup chicken stock (preferably homemade)
1 1/2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the turnips, chicken stock, 1/2 tablespoon of the butter, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium skillet. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a bare simmer and cook, covered, until the turnips are just tender, about 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer the turnips to a bowl.
  • Increase the heat to medium high and boil the remaining chicken stock until it reduces to 2 tablespoons, about 7 minutes. Off the heat, return the turnips to the skillet. Add the remaining tablespoon butter and the tarragon; stir until the butter is melted and the turnips are well coated. Garnish with additional chopped tarragon.

Tips:

  • For a smoother mash, use a potato ricer or food mill to puree the turnips.
  • To add a bit of sweetness to the dish, use a variety of turnips, such as white, yellow, or purple.
  • Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder.
  • For a vegan version of the dish, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • If you don't have caraway seeds, you can substitute with cumin or fennel seeds.

Conclusion:

Mashed turnips with caraway is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover turnips and is also a nutritious and affordable meal. With its creamy texture and slightly sweet flavor, mashed turnips with caraway is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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