How to Make Bacon Turnip Mash - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, mashed potatoes are a classic go-to. But if you’re looking to switch things up and add a unique twist to this beloved side dish, then bacon turnip mash is the perfect option! This recipe takes the traditional mashed potato dish and adds in the delicious flavors of bacon and turnips, creating a rich and flavorful dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

With its creamy texture and smoky, savory taste, bacon turnip mash is the perfect side dis...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds orange turnip
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 dash garlic powder
  • ½ pound bacon - cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat

Information

  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 to 5 - servings

  • Peel and cube the turnip. Cook in a saucepan in salted water until very tender. Drain then mash with the butter or margarine, salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste. Set aside.
  • In a skillet fry the bacon until nice and crispy. Remove from the skillet and crumble. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease.
  • To the skillet with the 2 tablespoons of bacon grease add the mashed turnip and crumpled bacon. Stir and heat to the desired temperature before serving.
  • Nutrition

    423 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 1504mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 48mg
    • Calcium: 77mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 762mg