Crushed Turnips
You could also easily call this dish "Turnip Crush" because it will make you have a crush on turnips from here on out.
Ingredients
6 purple topped turnips or rutabaga
4 tbsp butter
1/2 cup bread crumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, zest
1/2 cup grated parmesan or cheddar
5 sprigs parsley or dill (optional) chopped
Method
- Peel the turnips and boil until tender when pierced with a paring knife, then drain and crush with a potato masher or your hands to make rough pieces
- In a large frying pan heat the butter over medium heat until foamy
- Add the breadcrumbs and garlic with a pinch of salt and toast until golden brown and fragrant
- Remove from heat and combine with the cheese and chopped herbs if using
- Wipe out the frying pan and then heat a large glug of olive oil over medium high heat
- Pan fry the turnips with a pinch of salt until the edges are golden brown and crispy
- At the last minute add the cheesy breadcrumbs and stir to coat
- Serve warm or room temperature
