COOKING GUIDE

Turnips combines well with both sweet and savory seasonings because of its mildly piquant flavor.
	To prepare turnips, trim the ends and peel them thinly.
	To steam, cook cubes, covered, over boiling water approx. 15 minutes or until tender. To boil, drop into boiling salted water and simmer until tender; 20 -30 minutes if whole, approx. 8 minutes if diced. To braise, cook thin slices with 30g butter and 5 tablespoon stock/water, in a covered pan for 4 - 5 minutes.

 

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SERVING IDEAS

 

Mash boiled turnips with milk and butter:  mix with an equal quantity of mashed carrots, parsnips or potatoes

 

Add  one tablespoon sugar when braising turnips; uncovered and boil to evaporate excess liquid and to caramelize the turnips.

 

Cover 400g steamed turnips with 550ml hot white sauce, sprinkle with breadcrumbs and grated cheese, then brown under grill.

 

 

 

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