Best 7 Turnip Puff Casserole Recipes

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"Turnip puff casserole" is a delectable dish that combines the earthy sweetness of turnips with a rich, creamy sauce and a crispy, golden-brown crust. This classic comfort food is a beloved favorite for its simple yet satisfying flavors and comforting texture. With its versatile nature, it can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even a brunch item. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a modern twist, there's a "turnip puff casserole" recipe out there to suit every palate. Let's dive into the world of turnip puff casseroles and explore the best recipes that will delight your taste buds."

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TURNIP PUFF



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"My family would never eat turnips until I served them this way," says Debbie Henry from Phelpston, Ontario. This downsized version goes well with turkey, ham or roast beef. TIP: A pound of turnips yields about 2 cups chopped.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed peeled turnips
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place turnips in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain; mash with butter. Cool slightly. , Preheat oven to 375°. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking powder, brown sugar, salt, pepper and nutmeg; stir into turnip mixture. , Spoon into a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and a thermometer reads 160°, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 583mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

TURNIP PUFF



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Who knew that turnips could be delicious? Turnip Puff is the only turnip recipe you will ever need. Even turnip haters love it!

Provided by Merry

Categories     Side Dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups cubed turnips, or rutabaga
2 Tbsp butter
2 eggs, beaten
3 Tbsp flour
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
pinch of nutmeg
1/2 cup fine bread crumbs
2 Tbsp melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a medium size casserole dish.
  • Boil turnip in a medium saucepan until tender.
  • Drain and mash.
  • Add butter and egg and mix well.
  • Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, pepper and nutmeg in a small bowl.
  • Mix into the turnip mixture.
  • Pour turnip mixture into buttered casserole dish.
  • Combine bread crumbs and melted butter. Spread evenly over turnip mixture.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until light brown on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 56 milligrams cholesterol, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Sodium 400 grams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar

TURNIP PUFF



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This dish can be done ahead of time and any leftovers can be frozen. Try this instead of the usual carrots and turnip for a holiday vegetable.

Provided by Tebo3759

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups cubed turnips
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon baking powder
salt and pepper
1 pinch nutmeg
1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook turnip until tender, drain and mash (by hand).
  • Add butter and eggs and beat well.
  • (This can be done the a day ahead).
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, seasoning and nutmeg.
  • Stir into turnip mixture.
  • Pour into a buttered casserole dish.
  • Mix breadcrumbs and butter and sprinkle on top.
  • Bake at 375 for 25 minutes or until light brown on top.

MURIEL'S TURNIP CASSEROLE



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Great with turkey. A Thanksgiving and Christmas favorite in our house.

Provided by mfrichards

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 turnips, peeled and diced
1 cup applesauce
6 tablespoons butter, softened
4 teaspoons brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ¾ cups soft bread crumbs, divided
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and add turnips. Reduce heat to low, and simmer turnips until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain.
  • Transfer turnips to a large bowl and mash with applesauce, 6 tablespoons softened butter, brown sugar, eggs, salt, black pepper, and half the bread crumbs. Spoon turnip mixture into the prepared casserole dish, and sprinkle with remaining half of bread crumbs. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 51.4 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 706.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 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 BAKE



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This recipe has been in our family for years. We like turnips with turkey, so my mother used to serve this side dish with our turkey dinner at Christmas. Then I served this dish, and now my daughter, who has taken over preparing Christmas dinner, is carrying on the tradition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium turnips, peeled and cubed
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place turnips in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain. , In a small bowl, combine turnips, 2 tablespoons butter and eggs. Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, pepper and nutmeg; add to turnip mixture and mix well. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. , Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

TURNIP CASSEROLE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 50m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds turnips, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3/4 cups fresh bread crumbs, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Place turnips in a saucepan. Cover with water and simmer gently over medium heat until tender, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, pour the cream and chicken broth into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Brush a baking dish with the melted butter. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the turnips to the dish. Add the cream mixture. Season with salt and pepper and top with bread crumbs. Bake until golden brown, about 15 to 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 398, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 700 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right turnips: Look for small, firm turnips with smooth skin.
  • Peel and cube the turnips evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the turnips: They should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • Use a good quality cheese: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the casserole.
  • Season the casserole well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of salt and pepper.
  • Serve the casserole hot: This is when it's at its best.

Conclusion:

Turnip puff casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover turnips. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and crispy, buttery topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give turnip puff casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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