Buttered Turnip Puree

Tyler Florence, from The Food Network, offers up this creamy and delicious recipe. It serves 4, takes only 10 minutes to prepare, and in 30 minutes it’s on your table.

Ingredients:
3 large turnips, peeled and cut into uniform chunks
1 quart milk
3 fresh thyme sprigs
1 clove garlic, peeled and gently smashed with the side of a knife
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Procedure:

1. Combine the turnips, milk, thyme and garlic in a medium saucepan. Set over medium heat and partially cover the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 20- 30 minutes, until the turnips are tender – the tip of a paring knife should go through without resistance.
2. Drain the turnips, reserving the cooking liquid, and transfer to a food processor (discard the thyme sprigs). Add about 1 cup of the reserved cooking liquid and the butter. Season with plenty of salt and pepper and puree until smooth. Add more of the liquid, if necessary. Serve hot.