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Mashed Turnips and Potatoes with Horseradish Bread Crumbs

This mashed turnips and potatoes dish offers a sophisticated twist on classic comfort food. By blending earthy turnips with buttery yellow-fleshed potatoes, the mash achieves a complex flavour profile that is both lighter and more aromatic than traditional recipes. The addition of sliced spring onion greens provides a fresh, savoury lift that perfectly complements the creamy texture of the vegetables.

To finish, a topping of golden, toasted breadcrumbs infused with fiery horseradish adds a delightful contrast of texture and heat. This vegetarian side dish is an excellent accompaniment to a Sunday roast or a hearty vegetable stew, providing a nutritious and homemade touch to any meal. Simple to prepare but full of character, it is sure to become a new favourite in your recipe collection.

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Ingredients for Mashed Turnips and Potatoes with Horseradish Bread Crumbs

  • 900g yellow-fleshed potatoes such as Yukon Gold

  • 575g turnips

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons salt

  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons

  • 240ml coarse fresh bread crumbs (from 2 slices firm white sandwich bread)

  • 2 tablespoons drained bottled horseradish, patted very dry between paper towels

  • 180ml whole milk

  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced spring onion greens

  • Unsalted butter for buttering pan

  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest

  • 300ml fresh orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons molasses (not robust or blackstrap)

  • 1/2 teaspoons salt

  • 1/4 teaspoons black pepper

  • 4 large sweet potatoes (1.2kg), peeled and cut lengthwise into 1-inch-wide wedges

How to make Mashed Turnips and Potatoes with Horseradish Bread Crumbs

Peel potatoes and turnips, then cut into 2-inch pieces. Cover potatoes, turnips, and 2 teaspoons salt by 2 inches cold water in a 6-quart pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 15 to 18 minutes.

While vegetables cook, melt 45ml butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron), then toast bread crumbs with remaining 1/4 teaspoons salt, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add horseradish and toss until combined well, then transfer to a small bowl.

Drain vegetables in a colander, then return to pot and mash. Stir in milk, remaining 4 tablespoons butter, and spring onion greens over low heat until combined well and heated through. Season with salt and pepper, then serve topped with bread crumbs.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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