Thanksgiving Day Creamed Turnips

Transform your Thanksgiving dinner table with these creamy, decadent Thanksgiving Day Creamed Turnips—a luscious twist on a classic side dish. Tender turnips are mashed to perfection and enveloped in a velvety béchamel sauce made with rich butter, whole milk, and a hint of nutmeg for warm, holiday-inspired flavor. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a nutty, savory note, while freshly ground black pepper balances the dish beautifully. Serve this quick and easy side, prepped in just 15 minutes, as a perfect complement to roasted turkey or ham. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and elegance, and watch this comfort food favorite become a new holiday tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Turnips
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the turnips and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Place the turnip cubes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the turnips are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the turnips are cooking, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and slightly golden. This is your roux.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue cooking and whisking for 3-5 minutes, until the mixture thickens into a smooth béchamel sauce.

Step 7

Stir in the ground nutmeg, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Remove the sauce from the heat and set aside.

Step 8

Drain the cooked turnips thoroughly and return them to the pot.

Step 9

Mash the turnips with a potato masher or fork until slightly chunky or smooth, depending on your preference.

Step 10

Pour the béchamel sauce over the mashed turnips and stir until evenly combined and creamy.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 12

Transfer the creamed turnips to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy this decadent Thanksgiving side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1495.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1106.6

Total Fat 69.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 210.2mg	0%
Sodium 3786.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 57.8g
Protein 34.3g	0%

Vitamin D 223.7IU	0%
Calcium 1114.7mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 2517.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 33.0%