Fluffy Mashed Turnips

By Addie

This is a traditional British recipe for a classic accompanimnet of boiled turnips and a potato that are then mashed with sour cream, butter and milk; a dish that makes an excellent accompaniment for the Christmas and Thanksgiving meals.

Ingredients

• 3 medium turnips, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2 tbsp sour cream
• 1 tbsp butter
• 60 ml-120 ml milk (or cream)
• Salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Peel the turnips and potato then cut into pieces about 3m in size. Place in a pan of boiling, lightly-salted water and cook for about 15 minutes, or until tender (or until the pieces can be easily pierced with a fork). Drain the vegetables and place in a large bowl then add the butter and sour cream. Using a potato masher mash the mixture until completely smooth. Use a strong metal spoon beat the mixture, adding milk until you have the creamy texture you desire (do not over-beat or your potatoes will become gloopy). Season to taste with salt and black pepper and serve hot.