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Golden Turnip Delight: Creamy Tarragon Gratin
Turnip Gratin Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour
🥦 Recipe Category: Vegetable
🔍 Keywords: Less than 60 Minutes
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | Turnips |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 3 | Butter |
| – | Tarragon |
| 1 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/2 | Swiss cheese |
| 1/2 | Heavy cream |
| 1/2 | Salt (to taste) |
| 1/2 | Pepper (to taste) |
| 1/4 | Breadcrumbs |
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 227.8
- Fat: 18.2g
- Saturated Fat: 11.3g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
- Sodium: 282.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.9g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 4.6g
- Protein: 7.4g
Instructions
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Boil Turnip Slices:
- Peel the turnips and slice them thinly.
- In a pot of boiling water, blanch the turnip slices for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Drain and set aside.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare Casserole Dish:
- Rub a medium-sized casserole dish with a clove of garlic to infuse flavor.
- Use 1 tablespoon of butter to grease the casserole dish evenly.
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Layer Turnips:
- Arrange 1/3 of the blanched turnip slices in the bottom of the casserole dish.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add Cheeses and Tarragon:
- Sprinkle 1/3 of the tarragon, grated parmesan, and swiss cheeses over the turnip layer.
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Repeat Layers:
- Repeat the layering process two more times, creating a total of three layers.
- Each layer should have turnips, seasoning, and cheeses.
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Pour Cream:
- Once all the layers are done, pour the heavy cream evenly over the top of the gratin.
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Top with Breadcrumbs:
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the cream layer, creating a crunchy topping.
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Finish with Butter:
- Cut the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter into small pieces.
- Dot the top of the gratin with these butter pieces for extra richness.
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Bake:
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake the turnip gratin for about 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove the gratin from the oven.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving to avoid burns.
- Serve this delicious turnip gratin as a side dish to your favorite meals!
Recipe Notes
- Turnip gratin is a delightful and flavorful alternative to traditional potato gratin.
- The combination of tarragon, parmesan, and swiss cheeses adds layers of savory goodness.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- You can substitute half and half or evaporated milk for the heavy cream to reduce the fat content.
- This dish is perfect for gatherings, holidays, or a cozy family dinner.
Enjoy this turnip gratin recipe that will have even turnip skeptics asking for seconds! 🌿
