This comforting Turnip Gratin with Potatoes is a perfect side dish for holiday meals or cozy weeknight dinners. The earthy sweetness of turnips pairs beautifully with the hearty texture of potatoes, all bound together in a rich, nutmeg-spiked cream sauce. Topped with golden-brown Gruyère cheese and crunchy bread crumbs, it offers a delightful contrast of soft interior and crisp exterior. ItâÂÂs a vegetarian-friendly classic that transforms simple root vegetables into an elegant, restaurant-quality dish.
Turnip Gratin With Potatoes
Description
This comforting Turnip Gratin with Potatoes is a perfect side dish for holiday meals or cozy weeknight dinners. The earthy sweetness of turnips pairs beautifully with the hearty texture of potatoes, all bound together in a rich, nutmeg-spiked cream sauce. Topped with golden-brown Gruy&# 195;¨re cheese and crunchy bread crumbs, it offers a delightful contrast of soft interior and crisp exterior. ItâÂÂs a vegetarian-friendly classic that transforms simple root vegetables into an elegant, restaurant-quality dish.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 425ðF (220ðC).
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In a heavy skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over moderately low heat.
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Add the grated turnips and potatoes to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until softened.
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Stir in the snipped dill, nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Mix well and heat briefly.
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Butter a 15-by-2 1/2-inch oval gratin dish or similar baking dish.
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Transfer the turnip and potato mixture to the prepared gratin dish and smooth the surface with a spatula.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and chicken stock.
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Pour the cream and stock mixture evenly over the vegetable mixture in the gratin dish.
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Sprinkle the top with fresh bread crumbs and grated Gruyère cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
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Serve hot directly from the gratin dish.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 108.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9.2g15%
- Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
- Cholesterol 24.2mg9%
- Sodium 51.2mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.4g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
- Sugars 3.4g
- Protein 1.2g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Make Ahead: The gratin can be assembled up to the point of adding the cream mixture and refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Add the liquid and toppings just before baking.
Substitutions: If using low-fat milk or yogurt instead of heavy cream, bake for an additional 5 minutes to ensure proper setting.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ðF until warmed through.
