Mashed Potatoes and Turnips
4 servings
30 minutes
Mashed potatoes and turnips is a simple yet surprisingly delicate dish rooted in traditional Russian cuisine. Turnip, a forgotten vegetable once widely used before the spread of potatoes, adds a slight sweetness and velvety texture to the mash. This dish warms the soul, provides comfort, and pairs perfectly with meat or fish dishes. Bay leaf during cooking imparts a subtle aroma, while sour cream and butter make the mash rich and soft. It’s not just a side dish but an independent meal with deep flavor that reconnects to the roots of Russian culinary tradition. Perfect for a home lunch or dinner, it will impress with its harmony of flavors and health benefits.
1
Clean and cut the turnip into large cubes. Transfer to a saucepan.
- White turnip: 500 g
2
Clean and cut the potatoes into large cubes and add them to the turnip. Add a bay leaf and pour in water. Salt, bring to a boil, and cook for about 20 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- Potato: 500 g
- Bay leaf: 1 piece
- Coarse salt: to taste
3
Drain and remove the bay leaf.
4
Add sour cream and butter. Season with salt and pepper, and mash until smooth.
- Sour cream: 3 tablespoons
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste