Gourmet Glazed Turnips
Transform humble root vegetables into a show-stopping side dish with this recipe for Gourmet Glazed Turnips! Perfectly caramelized in a luscious glaze of honey, light brown sugar, and vegetable stock, these tender turnip wedges are elevated with a sprinkle of fresh thyme and a hint of butter's richness. The dish combines sweet, savory, and earthy flavors in every glossy bite, making it an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats or a standout addition to your holiday feast. Ready in just 35 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated recipe is quick enough for weeknight dinners but elegant enough for entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, and savor this elevated approach to a classic vegetable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces medium turnips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the turnips and cut them into uniform wedges about 1 inch thick.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the turnip wedges to the pan and sauté for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly golden on the edges.
Stir in the honey and light brown sugar, allowing them to melt and coat the turnips evenly.
Pour the vegetable stock into the pan and sprinkle in the thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the turnips are tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Let the liquid reduce and thicken into a glossy glaze, stirring frequently to coat the turnips.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the glazed turnips to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.5 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2094 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1452 mg | 31% | |
*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.
