PARSNIPS & TURNIPS AU GRATIN

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This is a delicious variation on au gratin that features something besides potatoes. I sometimes substitute rutabaga for the turnips. It's been a well-guarded recipe in my collection-until now! -Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 pounds parsnips, peeled and sliced
1-1/4 pounds turnips, peeled and sliced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 cup fat-free milk
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place parsnips and turnips in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the soup, milk and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Stir in cheese until melted. Drain vegetables; transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour sauce over vegetables. , Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 400° until vegetables are tender and crumbs are golden brown, 15-20 minutes. , Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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