Mashed Turnips with Bacon and Chives
Creamy and just the right amount of salty, these might just replace your mashed potatoes.
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
- 8 C. turnips peeled and diced
- bone broth or water for boiling
- ½ lb. bacon
- 2 Tbsp. bacon fat
- 2 Tbsp. butter melted
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- ¼ tsp. onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 Tbsp. chives freshly chopped
Start by placing the diced turnips in a large pot and fill it with water or bone broth until the turnips are covered. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and allow to simmer for at least 30 minutes. The longer you simmer, the less bitter the turnips will be.
While the turnips are doing their thing, cook the bacon (skillet or oven method both work). Make sure to keep 2 Tbsp of the bacon grease, then get rid of the rest. When the bacon is done, crumble it and set aside.
When the turnips are done, drain well. Then add all the remaining ingredients except for the bacon and chives. Give them a good mash until you have your preferred consistency before folding in the bacon and topping with fresh chives. Serve and enjoy!
Keyword Mashed Turnips, Winter Vegetables, Winter Veggie Recipes