Mashed Potato And Turnip Gratin

By á-170456

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes - (abt 5 medium)
• 1 3/4 pounds turnips - (abt 5 medium)
• 1/4 cup butter - (1/2 stick)
• 1/2 cup grated pecorino Romano cheese divided
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg

Preparation

Step 1

Butter 11- by 7- by 2-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.

Cook potatoes and turnips in heavy large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 35 minutes. Drain. Cool vegetables slightly and peel. Cut into large chunks; place in food processor. Add butter and process until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl occasionally. Add 1/4 cup cheese and pinch of ground nutmeg; blend briefly. Season puree to taste with salt and pepper.

Spoon into prepared dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. (Gratin can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Bake gratin uncovered until vegetables are hot and top is golden, about 25 minutes.

This recipe yields 6 servings.