Best 6 Mashed Potatoes With Turnips And Bacon Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with Mashed Potatoes with Turnips and Bacon, a delectable dish that combines the velvety texture of mashed potatoes with the earthy sweetness of turnips and the smoky crunch of bacon. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a cozy family meal or as a delightful side dish for a special occasion. The combination of ingredients creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, leaving your taste buds tantalized. Whether you prefer a creamy or chunky mash, this recipe offers variations to suit your preference. Additionally, the article also features a scrumptious Bacon-Wrapped Turnip Fries recipe, a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the crispy crunch of bacon with the tender sweetness of turnips. Both recipes are culinary gems that will impress your family and friends, leaving them craving for more.

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BACON MASHED POTATOES



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Featuring cheddar cheese, bacon and chives, these rich and hearty potatoes go well with anything. For a slightly different twist, add some chopped parsley.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes (3/4 pound)
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
4-1/2 teaspoons minced chives
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. , Transfer to a large bowl. Add the milk, mayonnaise, chives, garlic powder and pepper; mash potatoes. Stir in cheese and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

MASHED POTATOES WITH BACON & GARLIC



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In this recipe, you'll stir roasted garlic into creamy, ultra-rich mashed potatoes for incomparable flavor, then finish off the fluffy mound with a generous helping of crunchy bacon bits.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head garlic
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
kosher salt
3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
8 ounces bacon, cut into a small dice
3 cups half-and-half, or less, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Roasted garlic: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Slice off the top of the garlic head to expose the cloves; place in center of a sheet of foil. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the top and season generously with salt. Wrap in foil and bake in the oven until golden and tender, about 1 hour.
  • Potatoes: Cut peeled potatoes into ½-inch dice. (Note: Potatoes can be peeled and diced 1 day in advance. Store completely submerged in cold water in the refrigerator, changing the water every few hours to prevent browning.) Place diced potatoes into a pot filled with cold salted water (as "salty as the sea"). Bring to a boil over high heat, 6-8 minutes. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook until fork tender, 15-20 minutes.
  • Bacon bits: In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp and browned, about 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon bits to a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve the bacon fat in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Return the pan to stove over low heat, and add just enough half-and-half to coat the bottom of the pan. Use a wooden spatula to deglaze the pan, scraping up all the browned bits (or "fond"). When small bubbles form around the edges of the pan, add the rest of the half-and-half. Stir until warmed through, then remove from heat.
  • Potatoes are done cooking when you can easily cut a piece in half with a fork. Drain potatoes in a colander, then add back to the pot. Turn heat to medium-low and let them dry, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 1-2 minutes. When the bottom of the pot is dry, turn off the heat: they are ready for the potato ricer. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl. Work all the potatoes through the ricer and back into the pot. Fold in half of the warm half-and-half and gently stir to combine; avoid overmixing the potatoes, which could lead to a gluey texture. Add another ½ cup of half-and-half, and stir again. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons reserved bacon fat, and stir to combine. Add more half-and-half as needed to reach desired consistency. Then season to taste with salt and pepper (keeping in mind that the bacon bits will also add salt).
  • Squeeze roasted garlic out of its skin into a small bowl, and use a fork to mash it into a paste. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to thin out the paste and continue mashing. Fold the garlic paste into the potatoes and stir to distribute evenly; then add half the bacon bits and gently stir to incorporate. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a warmed serving bowl, garnish with remaining bacon bits, and serve immediately.

MASHED POTATOES WITH TURNIPS AND BACON



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Are you sure you don't like turnips? This recipe might change your mind. If you are positive, you could substitute diced carrots, parsnips or celery root but you will need to increase the butter to 4 tablespoons. This is another December, 2007, Cook's Illustrated magazine recipe and the point stressed was to always rinse your peeled, sliced potatoes 3-4 times under cold running water to remove starch. There, I've told you. ;-) Now on with the show ...

Provided by SusieQusie

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons bacon fat
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces turnips, peeled and cut into a 1/2-inch dice (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled, quartered and cut into 1/4 inch slices
1/3 cup low-fat chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup half-and-half, warmed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave, minced

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pan, cook bacon over medium heat until brown and crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel and set aside.
  • Drain off all except 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat. Add the butter and heat pan over medium heat until foaming subsides.
  • Add the turnips and cook, stirring occasionally, until butter is browned and turnips are dark brown and slightly caramelized, 10-12 minutes. (if after 4 minutes turnips have not started to brown, increase heat).
  • Add potatoes, broth and salt. Cook covered over low heat (broth should simmer gently; do not boil), until potatoes fall apart easily when poked with a fork and all liquid is absorbed. (25-30 minutes).
  • Remove pan from heat, remove lid and allow steam to escape; about 2 minutes.
  • Gently mash veggies together with a potato masher. Fold in half-and-half, reserved bacon bits and thyme. Taste for seasoning; add more salt if needed and pepper to taste.

MAGGIE MAHONEY'S TURNIPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

15 pounds yellow turnips (rutabagas), peeled and cut into small pieces
3 large yellow onions, diced
1/2 pound butter (divided)
1 1/2 pounds bacon, chopped
1/2 cup table cream
3/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon sugar
4 strips bacon per baking dish

Steps:

  • Place turnips into large stockpot with water, bring to a boil. Add sugar. Cook until tender. While turnips are cooking, saute onions in 3 tablespoons butter until translucent. Cook bacon in a saucepan until crisp, drain. Using a ricer, rice all the turnips into another pot. Add onions, bacon, the rest of the butter, cream, maple syrup, garlic, salt and pepper and stir just like mashed potatoes. Put in baking dish and then put 4 strips of bacon across top of dish. Bake for 1 hour at 300 degrees. Guide: When bacon on top is done, ready to serve. Can be frozen in dish for up to 3 months.

NANA'S MASHED TURNIP



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This was my grandmother's famous dish that my whole family just loved. She never wrote it down for me, so after she passed away I recreated it perfectly. This one's for you, Bubby!

Provided by DARIA K

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large turnip, peeled and cubed
3 white potatoes, peeled and cubed
¼ cup milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon white sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place turnip and potatoes in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook 25 to 30 minutes, until tender. Remove from heat, and drain.
  • Mix milk, 2 tablespoons butter, and sugar with the turnip and potatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Mash until slightly lumpy.
  • Transfer turnip mixture to a small baking dish. Dot with remaining butter. Cover loosely, and bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove cover, and continue baking about 8 minutes, until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 322.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

MASHED POTATOES AND TURNIPS WITH BACON AND THYME



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Originally from Cook's Illustrated, I've lightened this recipe a bit by reducing the fat content. But it's still real comfort food! Like many mashed potato recipes, this freezes well.

Provided by dianegrapegrower

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces center-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
8 ounces turnips, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes
1/3 cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 2% evaporated milk
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes, quarter them lengthwise, and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Rinse well in several changes of cold water and drain.
  • Cook bacon in large sauce pan over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper-towel lined plate and set aside. Remove all but 2 tablespoons of the fat from the pan.
  • Add butter to keep over medium heat. Add turnips and cook, stirring occasionally until butter is browned and turnips are caramelized. (10-12 minutes).
  • Add potatoes, broth, and 3/4 t. salt, stir to combine. Cook, covered, over low heat, stirring occasionally, until potatoes fall apart easily when poked with a fork, and all the liquid has been absorbed.(25-30 minutes) Remove pan from heat, remove lid and allow steam to escape for 2 minutes.
  • Gently mash potatoes and turnips in saucepan with potato masher. fold in evaporated milk, reserved bacon and thyme. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.6, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 26.9, Sodium 717.7, Carbohydrate 38.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.6, Protein 7

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are best for mashing, as they have a high starch content that makes them fluffy and smooth.
  • Cook the potatoes properly: Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender, but not overcooked. Overcooked potatoes will become gummy.
  • Use fresh turnips: Fresh turnips have a sweeter flavor than older turnips. If you can't find fresh turnips, you can use parsnips or carrots instead.
  • Cook the turnips and bacon separately: This will help to prevent the turnips from becoming mushy and the bacon from getting overcooked.
  • Mash the potatoes and turnips together: Once the potatoes and turnips are cooked, mash them together with butter, milk, and salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder or onion powder, if desired.
  • Serve immediately: Mashed potatoes with turnips and bacon are best served immediately, while they are still hot and fluffy.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes with turnips and bacon are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are creamy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. Plus, they are a great way to use up leftover turnips and bacon. So next time you're looking for a new side dish to try, give mashed potatoes with turnips and bacon a try. You won't be disappointed!

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