Nana's Mashed Turnip

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This was my grandmother's famous dish that my whole family just loved. She never wrote it down for me, so after she passed away I recreated it perfectly. This one's for you, Bubby!

Submitted by DARIA K
Updated on August 8, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 large turnip, peeled and cubed

  • 3 white potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • ¼ cup milk

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

  • ¾ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. Place turnip and potatoes in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook 25 to 30 minutes, until tender. Remove from heat, and drain.

  3. Mix milk, 2 tablespoons butter, and sugar with the turnip and potatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Mash until slightly lumpy.

  4. Transfer turnip mixture to a small baking dish. Dot with remaining butter. Cover loosely, and bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove cover, and continue baking about 8 minutes, until lightly browned.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

141 Calories
6g Fat
20g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 141
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 323mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 3g 5%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 510mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.