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Mashed Turnips and Potatoes

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Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Makes: 3 cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

½ pound turnips, peeled and diced
1 pound potatoes, peeled and cubed
¼ cup light sour cream or buttermilk
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  1. Boil turnips and potatoes in enough water to cover until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Drain vegetables and mash.
  3. Stir in sour cream, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Serve hot.
  4. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. 

Notes

  • Try with parsnips instead of turnips.

Comment

Doubled this recipe using 1/4 cup of both light sour cream and buttermilk as I couldn't decide which to use. Turned out great and everyone loved it!

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