Turnips are a great alternative to potatoes and can be used as a substitute in almost any recipe. Try this Mashed Turnip recipe with an extra garlic health kick! Bonus: Use up some of your leftover horseradish from your Passover Seder!
Garlic Mashed Turnips
Ingredients:
- 6 large turnips (approximately 2 lbs), peeled and cut into chunks
- 8 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons of butter or ghee
- 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Place the turnips and the garlic in a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid
- Add water to fill about halfway, cover, and place over medium-high heat
- Bring to a boil, turn down the burner, and simmer until soft (about 15 minutes)
- Drain the turnips and garlic
- Using a potato masher, mash the turnips and garlic together
- Stir in the butter, horseradish, salt, and pepper and mix well
- Just before serving, stir in the chives
About JFCS Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Food Pantry
The Squirrel Hill Food Pantry has been a cornerstone of Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS) Pittsburgh since 1999. It offers nutritious, fresh food for neighbors meeting income eligibility requirements in the 15217 zip code as well as kosher food for families who live in the Southwest PA region. For more information, visit www.jfcspgh.org/squirrel-hill-food-pantry or call (412) 421-2708.