Make-Ahead Turnip Casserole

This make-ahead casserole is the perfect fall-flavored side dish to accompany a Thanksgiving turkey or roast ham. It is delicious!

Step: 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step: 2

Place turnips into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Mash turnips; add butter and eggs.

Step: 3

Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a bowl and stir into turnips. Transfer mixture to a baking dish.

Step: 4

Combine bread crumbs and melted butter and sprinkle on top of turnip mixture.

Step: 5

Bake in the preheated oven until light brown on top, about 25 minutes.

Per Serving: 188 calories; protein 5g; carbohydrates 20.5g; fat 10g; cholesterol 82.4mg; sodium 603.6mg.

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