Turnips Gratines

Elevate your side dish game with this luxurious Turnips Gratines recipe, a deliciously creamy and cheesy twist on classic gratin. Thinly sliced turnips are layered with a velvety béchamel sauce infused with Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, then topped with golden, buttery breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch. Seasoned with garlic, nutmeg, and black pepper, each bite delivers a rich, savory depth of flavor that transforms this humble root vegetable into an elegant crowd-pleaser. Perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners, this gratin bakes to bubbly perfection in just under an hour and makes a stunning accompaniment to roasted meats or vegetarian mains.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Turnips
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Peel the turnips and slice them very thinly, ideally about 1/8 inch thick, using a sharp knife or mandoline. Set them aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic (minced) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the flour to form a roux, cooking for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream to create a smooth mixture.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then stir in the Gruyère and Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until melted and smooth. Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 6

Layer half of the sliced turnips evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the top, spreading it evenly. Repeat with the remaining turnips and sauce.

Step 7

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the dish to form a crust.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 9

Allow the gratin to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy and flavorful Turnips Gratines!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1297.3 grams (1297.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1989

Total Fat 136.40g	175%
Saturated Fat 79.60g	398%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 416mg	139%
Sodium 5002mg	217%
Total Carbohydrate 108.10g	39%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 41.40g
Protein 81.90g	164%

Vitamin D 193IU	964%
Calcium 2437mg	187%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 1711mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.8%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 21.8%