Mom's Turnips

Mom's Turnips
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    84

Transform humble turnips into a delectable side dish! This recipe balances the earthy sweetness of turnips with smoky bacon and a touch of brown sugar for a truly unforgettable flavor combination.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    22 g
  • Cholesterol
    28 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    10 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    623 mg
  • Sugar
    20 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 13 mins In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the chopped turnips and cook until tender but still slightly firm, approximately 10-15 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a serving bowl to allow to cool slightly.

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02 Step

Recipe View 9 mins While the turnips are cooking, place the bacon in a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crispy and evenly browned, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Reserve 4 tablespoons of the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.

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03 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Crumble the crispy bacon into bite-sized pieces.

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Recipe View 1 mins Add the crumbled bacon, brown sugar, and reserved bacon fat to the cooked turnips in the bowl. Mix thoroughly until the turnips are evenly coated and the brown sugar begins to melt. Serve immediately.

For a deeper flavor, try using smoked paprika in addition to the bacon.
This dish is even better the next day, as the flavors meld together beautifully.
Feel free to adjust the amount of brown sugar to your liking, depending on your preference for sweetness.
If you don't have bacon fat on hand, you can substitute with butter, but the bacon fat adds a unique smoky flavor that is worth the effort.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 28 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Larry Heaney

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick, and it was delicious! - Emily L.

  • Douglas Robel

    I was skeptical, but this recipe is amazing! The balance of sweet and savory is perfect. - John B.

  • Lenore Vonrueden

    My kids, who usually refuse to eat turnips, actually enjoyed this dish! The bacon made all the difference. - Sarah M.

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