How To Make Boiled TurnipsBoiled turnips are extremely simple to make. But the time they take will fluctuate depending on how your prep them, as you'll see below. No need to peel the turnips first when boiling. Cut the stems to within 1/2" (or if using, boil the greens right along with the turnips). Cut off the tail. Turnips tend to have a bitter flavor if not boiled long enough, with at least ONE water change (usually two)!! To solve this, add a potato to the cooking water. Submerge whole turnips (no larger than 3 inches wide) in boiling water. Adjust the heat as needed to keep the water at a simmer as they cook, covered. They will take approximately 25-30 minutes, depending on their size. Turnips can be chopped, sliced or diced at this point, and match perfectly with the flavor of the potato. Alternatively, cube the turnips first to cut down on the cooking time by approximately 5-10 minutes. If your turnips are larger than 3 inches wide, then it is best to cut them in half or quarters so they cook faster. When cooking older and larger turnips, they tend to be more bitter than their sweet smaller sisters. So it is best to cook them uncovered so the bitter gasses can escape. It may take longer to cook uncovered turnips. (In either case, you may want to layer the cooked turnips between paper towels to soak up any excess water -- turnips are known for being a very watery vegetable). To make pureed turnips: When turnips and potato are tender, drain and puree in a blender for a yummy alternative to mashed potatoes. Ready for the fun part? Use the Turnip "Vegan Flavor Matches" to create your very own recipe from scratch in minutes!
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