Mashed Carrots and Turnips

Mashed Turnips and Carrots on a wooden spoon.

5 from 4 votes

Are you looking for a new side dish to go with your Thanksgiving dinner? We have the perfect recipe that is sure to wow your family and friends. This mashed carrot and turnip recipe will make them forget all about their favorite traditional sweet potato casserole! It's super easy to make, but don't let it fool you- this dish packs some serious flavor.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: mashed, steamed

Servings: servings

Calories: 197cal

Author: Amy Desrosiers

Cost: $4

Equipment

Vegetable peeler
Cutting board
chef's knife
Stovetop
5-quart steaming basket & pot
potato masher
Measuring cups & spoons

Ingredients

2 pounds carrots
2 large turnips
3 cups water *to steam vegetables
½ cup salted butter
½ cup whole milk
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Prepare a 5-quart pot with water, and a steaming basket; set aside.
Wash, dry, and peel your carrots. Remove the tops of the carrots, by slicing off about ½ inch. Then, slice the carrot into one inch pieces. For the turnips, once you have removed the skin, trim off any rough edges of the root end with a sharp chef’s knife before cutting it into one inch cubes.
Add veggies to the steaming basket. Cover the pot with the lid, and steam for 25-30 minutes over medium-high heat. Your steamer or pot may vary, so I recommend checking them at the 25-minute mark to see if they are fork-tender. Just be careful because when you remove the steaming basket lid it will be hot.
Once fork-tender, drain any excess water from the veggies and pot. Add veggies back to the empty pot along with the butter, milk, spices, and sugar. Using a potato masher, gently mash the mixture. You want the veggies to be smooth, but still have some texture.
Transfer mashed carrots and turnips to a serving dish and add some minced parsley for garnish. Enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional value may vary and are meant to be a guide.

How to Freeze Carrots and Turnips

Mashed carrots and turnips are a side dish that freezes very well. Once cooled, transfer the veggies to an airtight, freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 30 days. To enjoy, thaw in the fridge the day before serving. Heat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

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