Braised Turnips with Poppy-Seed Bread Crumbs

Turnips are a root vegetable that have been cultivated for centuries and are known for their slightly sweet and earthy flavor.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Braised Turnips with Poppy-Seed Bread Crumbs

Cooking Method: Baking, Braising Cuisine: International Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Turnips
• 2 teaspoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 minced Garlic Cloves
• 1 cup Vegetable Broth
• 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
• 1 cup Bread Crumbs
• 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and slice the turnips into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
4. Add turnips, vegetable broth, and thyme to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Cover the skillet and simmer for 15 minutes, until turnips are tender.
6. In a separate bowl, combine bread crumbs, poppy seeds, and melted butter.
7. Transfer the cooked turnips to a baking dish. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the bread crumbs are golden and crispy.
9. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 10g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.