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22 Turnip Recipes That'll Make You Fall in Love with the Lesser-Known Root Vegetable

March 21, 2024

They’re easy to cook and packed with flavor.

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Our Best Ideas for Turnips

Turnips are a hearty root vegetable that are rustic and versatile. Similar to potatoes, they can be mashed, roasted, braised or fried, and each bite is packed with sweet, nutty flavor and fluffy texture. We whipped up some of our favorite turnip recipes to show just how versatile and impressive this simple ingredient can be—and just how easy it is to cook turnips.

If you’re looking for a warm and hearty dish for a chilly winter meal, braised turnips are the perfect thing. The nutty, sweet vegetables soak up the nourishing flavors of chicken broth in this simple recipe, while butter adds extra creamy richness. Garnish with chopped tarragon for extra herbal flavor.

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Buttered Turnip Puree

Sick of mashed potatoes? Try whipping up a different root vegetable instead. Turnips are similar to potatoes in that their flesh is white, tender and fluffy. However, they have a sweeter, nuttier flavor that lends itself to light and airy buttered turnip puree.

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Turnip, Potato and Garlic Soup

Rich, creamy potato soup gets a nice upgrade with the addition of turnips—and a savory topping of cripsy fried onions!

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Sweet Potato Turnip Gratin

If you’re looking for an impressive, rustic dish to serve at your next potluck or dinner party, this elegant gratin is a fantastic option. Grated parmesan cheese adds tangy flavor, while a pinch of cayenne adds just a bit of heat. Pro tip? Use a mandolin to slice the sweet potatoes and turnips into thin, uniform pieces that will cook quickly and evenly.

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