PARSNIPS & TURNIPS AU GRATIN

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This is a delicious variation on au gratin that features something besides potatoes. I sometimes substitute rutabaga for the turnips. It's been a well-guarded recipe in my collection-until now! -Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 pounds parsnips, peeled and sliced
1-1/4 pounds turnips, peeled and sliced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 cup fat-free milk
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place parsnips and turnips in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the soup, milk and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Stir in cheese until melted. Drain vegetables; transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour sauce over vegetables. , Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 400° until vegetables are tender and crumbs are golden brown, 15-20 minutes. , Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Marcus Joshua
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover parsnips and turnips. It's easy to make and turns out delicious!


Khuzama Ramzan
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the parsnips and turnips, and the cheese sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


Qaisrani Baloch
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was definitely worth it! The parsnips and turnips were cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


space man_ 2007
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I'm not usually a fan of parsnips, but this dish was delicious! The sweetness of the parsnips paired perfectly with the earthy flavor of the turnips, and the cheese sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


Shoaib Ayyan
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The parsnips and turnips were tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.


Damon Hall
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I made this dish for my family last night, and they loved it! The parsnips and turnips were cooked to perfection, and the cheese sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nimo Likisone Petelo
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was definitely worth it! The parsnips and turnips were cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


Opeyemi G. Ajibade
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I love this dish! It's so flavorful and comforting. The parsnips and turnips are cooked to perfection, and the cheese sauce is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Wahid Noor
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This dish was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The parsnips and turnips were tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again!


Gaming SAD
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I'm not usually a fan of parsnips, but this dish changed my mind! The sweetness of the parsnips paired perfectly with the earthy flavor of the turnips, and the cheese sauce was the perfect complement.


yaxye olol
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the parsnips and turnips, and the cheese sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


Mr Lover
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The parsnips and turnips were cooked to perfection, and the cheese sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.