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Low Fodmap Mashed Turnips with Bacon
Creamy with a hint of garlic, this Low FODMAP Mashed Turnips with Bacon recipe is a fun, side dish alternative to typical mashed potatoes.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 35 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 4 cups turnips, peeled and diced
- 8 slices bacon
- 2 Tbsp. butter (or ghee)
- 2 Tbsp. garlic-infused olive oil
- 4 Tbsp. chives, chopped
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Place diced turnips in a large pot and cover completely with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until turnips are fork-tender.
- 2
While turnips are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crispy. Place bacon on paper towels to cool and soak up excess bacon grease. Once cool, crumble and set aside.
- 3
Drain cooked turnips. Return to pot and add butter and olive oil. Mash until desired consistency is achieved. Stir in bacon bits and chives. Season with salt and serve.