Best 11 Finnish Yellow Turnip Swede Or Rutabaga Bake Recipes

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In the realm of root vegetables, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, lies a culinary treasure hailing from the Nordic lands: the Finnish Yellow Turnip, Swede, or Rutabaga Bake. This humble dish, crafted with the unassuming yet versatile rutabaga, transforms into a symphony of flavors, a medley of textures, and a feast for the senses. Our curated collection of recipes explores the diverse culinary expressions of this root vegetable, from the classic Finnish Yellow Turnip Bake, a comforting casserole brimming with savory notes and a hint of sweetness, to the intriguing Rutabaga Fries, a crispy and golden delight that adds a touch of whimsy to your meals. Whether you seek a hearty main course, a delectable side dish, or a wholesome snack, our recipes cater to your culinary desires. Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the rutabaga's versatility, and discover the hidden depths of flavor and texture that await you in this often-overlooked root vegetable.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

FINNISH TURNIP CASSEROLE



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Carrots and sugar sweeten the turnip in this side dish. A must for my family's Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. The recipe is often requested.

Provided by Tira N Gilchrest

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large carrots, cubed
1 large turnip, cubed
3 tablespoons softened butter
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 eggs
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Place the carrot and turnip cubes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • Return the carrots and turnips to the pot, and mash well with the butter, salt, flour and 1/4 cup of sugar. Whisk together the eggs and milk in a bowl, then stir into the mashed carrot mixture until blended. Scrape into the prepared casserole dish. Stir together 2 tablespoons of sugar with the cinnamon in a small bowl, and sprinkle over the top of the carrot mash.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the carrot mash has slightly firmed and the top has begun to turn golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 78.9 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 311.7 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

FINNISH YELLOW TURNIP (SWEDE OR RUTABAGA) BAKE



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Make and share this Finnish Yellow Turnip (Swede or Rutabaga) Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gruvygrl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium yellow turnips or 2 medium rutabagas
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk, preferably homogenized or 1 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumb
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon melted butter

Steps:

  • Peel& cube turnip.
  • You should have at least 9 cups.
  • Place in a large saucepan& cover with water.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Cover& reduce heat so water gently bubbles.
  • Cook until tender, from 25-30 minutes.
  • Then drain.
  • Using potato masher or electric mixer, mash turnip.
  • Stir in 2 tbsp butter until melted, then mix in milk.
  • Stil 1/2 cup bread crumbs with sugars& seasonings.
  • Stir into turnip.
  • If baking right away, preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • BUtter a 9x13" baking dish or coat with cooking spray.
  • Spread turnip evenly in pan and run fork over top to create a rough appearance.
  • Sprinkle with 2 tbsp bread crumbs& drizzle with 1 tbsp melted butter.
  • Bake uncovered in centre of oven until centre is hot& crumbs are golden-tipped- about 45 minutes.
  • Serve right away with roast turkey, chicken, pork or beef.
  • Note: To make ahead, prepare completely.
  • Do not bake.
  • Cover& refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • A cold casserole may need 55-60 minutes baking time.
  • If frozen, turnip's texture may soften& water out.

IRISH RUTABAGAS(SWEDES OR YELLOW TURNIPS) WITH CARAMELIZED ONION



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Turnips became popular in Ireland as human food during the great famine and have remained popular. I especially like this combination of turnip and onion. Easy and economical to serve. For my way of cooking this recipe has far too much butter & oil. I would use a "No OIl" spray for the onions and perhaps 1 tbsp of butter. _ I love butter and I love the flavor it gives but------------------

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs rutabagas, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
salt
fresh ground pepper
4 -8 tablespoons butter
1 lb onion, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Heat Olive oil in a heavy skillet add the onions, cook over low heat for approximately 45 minutes or until they are golden and caramelized.
  • Meanwhile boil the rutabagas in salted water, cook until soft, drain and mash well then beat in the butter.
  • Stir in the caramelized onions, taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Serve piping hot (reheat in the oven if necessary).

MASHED RUTABAGA (YELLOW TURNIP OR SWEDE) AND POTATO



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This is from "The Frugal Gourmet Celebrates Christmas". I made the entire "Swedish Winter Feast" for a past Christmas and it was wonderful! I'll post the other recipes next. The whole meal is: Swedish Corned Pork Roast, Swedish Sauerkraut, Swedish Green Split Peas with Bacon, Mashed Rutabaga, Turnip, and Potato & Sweet and Hot Mustard, served with Rye Bread. I expected not to like anything and ended up LOVING everything!

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 3/4 lbs rutabagas, peeled and quartered
1 1/2 lbs turnips, peeled and quartered
1 lb russet potato, peeled and quartered
4 tablespoons butter, melted (1/2 a cube)
1/2 cup whipping cream
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place the rutabaga in a 6 quart pot with ample water and a pinch of salt. Boil for 15 minutes.
  • Add the turnips and potatoes and boil 15 minutes more, until all the vegetables are tender.
  • Drain well.
  • Mash the vegetables with the remaining ingredients. (I do it right in the pot.) You can also use an immersion blender to puree them.

SAUTEED YELLOW TURNIPS (SWEDE OR RUTABAGA)



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This is our absolute favorite way of eating Rutabaga. Had it done this way in a Mennonite Restaurant in St. Jacobs, Ontario and I was hooked. Try it, you won't be disappointed! (Use your food processor for the grating to save time!)

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 large yellow turnips, peeled and grated
5 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet and sauté the turnips until soft and deep yellow in colour.
  • Season with salt, pepper and brown sugar.
  • Serve hot.

RUTABAGA (YELLOW TURNIP OR SWEDE) APPLE GRATIN



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Just look at the calories in this dish and it is very reasonable to make! I love this Winter dish, the apples give a balance to the rutabagas strong flavor, If you wish use turnips instead they are very similar. If you are not watching calories double the gratin

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Apple

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 rutabaga, peeled, sliced (apprx 6 cups or use a turnip)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup water
2 medium apples, peeled, grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper, fresh ground
1/8 teaspoon dried savory or 1/8 teaspoon thyme
1/2 cup coarse fresh breadcrumb
3/4 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • When you have peeled the rutabaga cut it in half lengthwise, then into quarters.
  • Thinly slice each quarter crosswise and place in boiling water.
  • Cover and cook apprx 10 minutes or until almost tender.
  • Drain& set aside.
  • In a large bowl whisk the cornstarch and water until smooth.
  • Add Apples, salt, pepper& savory (thyme).
  • Toss to coat the apples.
  • Add Rutabagas& gently toss to mix all the ingredients.
  • Pour into an 8" oven proof dish, cover and bake at 350F (180C) for 20 minutes Meanwhile in a bowl toss the bread crumbs, parsley& butter.
  • Sprinkle the crumbs over the rutabagas (after their first 20 minute bake), return to the oven uncovered for a further 20 minutes or until the rutabagas are tender.
  • Broil for a couple of minutes to allow the gratin to get golden.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.1, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 291.7, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 10.5, Protein 2.2

YELLOW TURNIP SOUBISE



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I don't like many vegetables. I try to find lots of creative ways to make them taste better, so I can have a balanced diet. Rutabaga's( yellow Turnips) are high in vitamins and lower in carbs than potatoes and so make a great substitute in many things. They also combine with onions and rice in this simple recipe to make a rich, creamy soup that is high in nutrients and low in fat. I found this recipe in "Recipes 1-2-3" by Rozanne Gold.

Provided by Ames0325

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 9 1/2 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs yellow turnips, peeled and trimmed and cut into large chunks
1 lb onion, peeled and cut into large chunks
6 tablespoons long-grain rice
6 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
additional salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Put the turnips, onions,water and salt in a large pot and bring to a boil.
  • Add the rice, stir until well mixed and cover.
  • Lower the heat and simmer for 50 minutes, or until the vegetables are very soft.
  • In several batches, puree contents of pot in a food processor or blender until smooth.
  • Return the puree to the pot. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • This soup gets better as it sits and is better the next day.

RUTABAGA CASSEROLE



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Rutabaga (also known as Swede) is a root vegetable commonly known in the Nordic Europe. It's like a turnip, except it's much bigger and has a yellow colour. This smooth, aromatic, spicy and sweet casserole is common side dish made in Finland around the Christmas time and it very much belongs to my childhood. This type of dish is also known as a "box" (in Finnish, laatikko or loora). I have also posted the recipe in Finnish, here: https://www.kotikokki.net/reseptit/nayta/855376/Lanttulaatikko/

Provided by Annastiina Salonen @Elaini

Categories     Side Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 kilograms rutabaga; about two medium
75 milliliter(s) bread crumbs
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1/3 teaspoon(s) ginger
¼ teaspoon(s) white pepper
100 milliliter(s) rutabaga stock or water
150 milliliter(s) heavy cream
50 milliliter(s) molasses
2 - eggs
ON TOP:
bread crumbs
butter

Steps:

  • 1. Peel and chop the rutabaga and boil it soft just barely covered with water. 2. Puree the rutabaga, for example using an immersion blender. You may make it fine or have some pieces, the choice is yours.
  • 1. Heat the oven to 175°C. 2. Mix the dry ingredients with each other. 3. Add the rest of the ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix it even. 4. Add the creamy mix into the rutabaga puree and divide it into the baking dishes (or use one big). 5. Even the surface of the casseroles and using a tablespoon, press a wavy pattern on top of them. 6. Lightly sprinkle the casseroles with bread crumbs and add small pieces of butter. 7. Cook the casseroles at the lower level of the oven, for one and a half hours.

FINNISH RUTABAGA (SWEDES) CASSEROLE



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I'm posting this for ZWT3. I've not made it but it seems a nice preparation of rutabagas or swedes as some of you call them. This is from Florence Schwartz's "Vegetable Cooking of all Nations".

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium rutabagas, peeled and diced (about 6 cups)
water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup breadcrumbs, fine and dry
1/4 cup cream
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Place the diced rutabagas in a saucepan and cover with water and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until rutabagas are soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain and mash the rutabagas.
  • Meanwhile, soak the bread crumbs in the cream.
  • To the cream add the nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt and beaten eggs.
  • Combine the cream mixture with the mashed rutabagas.
  • Butter a 2-1/2 quart casserole dish.
  • Turn the rutabagas into the casserole and dot with the butter.
  • Bake at 350F for 1 hour or until lightly browned on top.

RUTABAGA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Rutabaga Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JoAnn

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 Casserole

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium rutabagas (about 2 lbs)
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup half-and-half
2 teaspoons sugar or 2 teaspoons corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Dice rutabagas and cook by boiling 20 to 25 min.
  • Or microwave with 1/2 cup water for 15 to 18 minutes.
  • Mash rutabagas with reserved liquid.
  • Stir remaining ingredients except butter into rutabagas.
  • Pour into greased casserole and dot with butter.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes in a 350 degree oven until top is light brown.

GINGER & ORANGE RUTABAGA (YELLOW TURNIP OR SWEDE)



Ginger & Orange Rutabaga (Yellow Turnip or Swede) image

Rutabagas are an under rated veggie - there are so many ways you can serve them - I love the touch of ginger with fresh orange juice used in this recipe. Not bad for calories either

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 27m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium rutabaga, peeled, diced 1/2 inch dice (apprx 3-4 cups)
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Cover& cook the rutabaga until tender apprx 20 minutes.
  • Drain& Mash, stir in remaining ingredients Serve HOT.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.9, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 44.8, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6, Protein 1.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right turnips: Look for yellow turnips, also known as swedes or rutabagas, that are small to medium in size, firm to the touch, and free of blemishes.
  • Prepare the turnips properly: Peel the turnips and cut them into 1-inch cubes or wedges. To prevent them from browning, place them in a bowl of cold water until ready to use.
  • Use a variety of spices: This recipe calls for a blend of spices including salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and nutmeg. Feel free to adjust the spices to your own taste or add others such as garlic powder, paprika, or cumin.
  • Roast the turnips at a high temperature: Roasting the turnips at a high temperature (425°F or 220°C) will help to caramelize the edges and bring out their natural sweetness.
  • Toss the turnips halfway through roasting: This will help to ensure that the turnips cook evenly and develop a golden-brown color on all sides.
  • Serve the turnips hot or cold: Roasted turnips can be served hot as a side dish or main course, or they can be chilled and added to salads or grain bowls.

Conclusion:

This Finnish yellow turnip bake is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy turnips, give this recipe a try!

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