Italian turnip soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This hearty soup is made with turnips, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion, and it is simmered in a flavorful broth made with chicken stock, white wine, and herbs. The addition of rice gives the soup a creamy texture and helps to thicken it.
This soup is a great way to use up leftover turnips, and it is also a very affordable meal to make. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
In addition to the classic Italian turnip soup recipe, this article also includes two variations: a vegetarian version and a vegan version. The vegetarian version omits the chicken stock and uses vegetable broth instead. The vegan version omits both the chicken stock and the dairy products, and uses almond milk and soy yogurt instead.
No matter which version you choose to make, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and heartwarming soup. So gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!
ITALIAN TURNIP SOUP MELLOWED WITH RICE
An Italian friend of mine had just made his yearly trip back home, and along with a bottle of wine, shared this recipe with me. I was skeptical at first, wondering how such a mild vegetable like turnips could make an interesting soup. I have since made it 5 times in a 2 week time span...this should let you know how astonishing it turned out! I even made this for a dear friend who suffers from massive food allergies, using strictly olive oil to saute the turnips and NO Parmesan cheese stirred directly into the soup; she raved about it so much that she demanded the recipe before I left her house. If you chose to make this Vegan, it takes twice as long for the turnips to brown, and the flavour isn't as deep, but it is still a wonderful soup! Try it today and amaze your friends with it's complex nature yet simple ingredients!
Provided by The_Swedish_Chef
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Note: I treated these like apples; I cut them into quarters, used a paring knife to peel them, and then diced them; At the market, 3 large turnips= one pound; Just weigh them at the grocery store to get the right amount.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter with the olive oil over high heat.
- When the foam subsides, sauté the turnips, tossing frequently, for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Add the broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat to moderate, and cook, covered for 10 minutes.
- After that, stir in the rice and cook the mixture, covered, until the rice is al dente, about 15 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Just before serving, stir in the parsley and the Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately.
LEEK, TURNIP AND RICE SOUP
This simple, fragrant soup is delicious as thick vegetable soup, not puréed. It becomes a different soup altogether when you purée it, and I like both versions equally.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the leeks. Cook, stirring often, until leeks are beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the turnips and continue to cook, stirring often, until the turnips are translucent and the leeks thoroughly tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add the stock or water, salt, bay leaf and rice. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. If serving as is, add pepper, stir in the parsley and serve, over croutons if desired, passing Parmesan at the table for sprinkling.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 260, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1664 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
CREAMY TURNIP SOUP
In nearby Wardsboro, Vermont, they have a fall festival where one of the entrees is this delicious soup. Reheats wonderfully in a slow cooker! -Liz Wheeler, Wilmington, Vermont
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half., Add turnips, broth and potato. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly., In a food processor, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to pan. Stir in cream, salt and nutmeg; heat through., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add spinach; cook and stir just until wilted. Serve with soup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CARAMELIZED TURNIPS WITH CAPERS, LEMON AND PARSLEY
Provided by David Tanis
Categories quick, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel turnips, halve lengthwise and slice into half-moons 1/4-inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches if needed, add turnips. Sauté, turning often and lowering the heat if necessary, until nicely browned and cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to an oven-proof serving dish. If not serving immediately, leave at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours, or refrigerate and bring to room temperature, before reheating in a 400-degree oven for 10 minutes.
- To serve, mix garlic, capers, lemon zest and parsley; sprinkle over turnips. Drizzle with lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 78, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 346 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
TURNIP SOUP
I got this recipe from the Heritage Quilters. Boy was I surprised to find out this delicious soup had turnips as one of the main ingredients. I am one of the first people to turn my nose up at turnips but this soup will surprise you.
Provided by Kaykwilts
Categories Low Protein
Time 50m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place turnips, potatoes, and onions in saucepan.
- Cover with small amount of water and simmer until tender; drain.
- Mash with potato masher.
- Add butter.
- Mix flour with 1/4 cup milk.
- Add to mixture and blend well.
- Add chicken stock.
- Mix thoroughly.
- Return to heat and bring to a boil.
- remove from heat and add remaining 3/4 cup milk.
- Reheat to serving temperature taking care not to boil.
- Garnish with your choice of parsley, bacon or croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.1, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 158, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.4
Tips:
- Use fresh turnips: Fresh turnips have a sweeter and more tender flavor than older turnips. If you can, buy turnips that are small and firm, with smooth skin.
- Peel the turnips before cooking: The skin of turnips can be tough and bitter, so it's best to peel them before cooking.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can add any vegetables that you like, such as carrots, celery, potatoes, or green beans.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: The vegetables in this soup should be cooked until they are tender, but not mushy. Overcooked vegetables will lose their flavor and nutrients.
- Season the soup to taste: This soup is simple to make, but it's important to season it well. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Serve the soup hot: This soup is best served hot, with a crusty piece of bread or a salad.
Conclusion:
This Italian turnip soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting soup, give this Italian turnip soup a try!
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