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Turnip Grits

Turnip “Grits”

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4.4 out of 5 stars (based on 7 reviews)
Clock Icon for Prep Time 15 min prep
Person Icon for Serving Size 2 servings
Carrot Icon for Number of Ingredients Size 6 ingredients

Turnips have a great sweet peppery flavor! With their rich grits-like porridge, these turnip grits are the perfect comforting small plate when treatment has left you weary and not up for much. Taste aside, the...

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 turnips, peeled and cut into chunks
  • ½ cup low-fat milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-fat cream cheese
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Nutrition Facts

Calories

380 cals

Fat

17 g

Saturated Fat

7 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

1 g

Monounsaturated Fat

8 g

Carbohydrates

40 g

Sugar

35 g

Fiber

4 g

Protein

20 g

Sodium

1727 mg

*per serving

Directions

  1. Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Add the turnips, cover, and turn down to a simmer. Cook for about 10-15 minutes (the turnips should be soft but a bit al dente). Strain the turnips when done.
  2. While the turnips are still warm, put them into a blender with milk, olive oil, salt, and cream cheese. Blend and look for a coarse, grits-like consistency, being careful not to blend too thoroughly. Taste and serve warm.

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