Caramelized Turnips and Shallots Recipe

Name: Caramelized Turnips and Shallots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 pounds white turnips, peeled and cut into 2 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch pieces; 1 3/4 pounds golden turnips or rutabagas, peeled, cut into 2 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch pieces; 10 shallots (about 10 ounces), peeled, root end intact; 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 3/4 cup red-wine vinegar; 2 bay leaves; 6 sprigs fresh thyme; 1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

1 3/4 pounds white turnips, peeled and cut into 2 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 3/4 pounds golden turnips or rutabagas, peeled, cut into 2 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch pieces
10 shallots (about 10 ounces), peeled, root end intact
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup red-wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
6 sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1
Preheat the oven to 400F.
2
Put turnips, shallots, and oil on a rimmed baking sheet.
3
Season with salt and pepper; toss.
4
Spread in a single layer.
5
Roast until tender and golden brown, about 35 minutes.
6
Put vinegar, bay leaves, and thyme in a small saucepan.
7
Bring to a simmer; cook until reduced by about half, about 10 minutes.
8
Add sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt; stir to dissolve.
9
Add butter, and cook over medium heat until reduced to a syrupy glaze, about 10 minutes.
10
Discard thyme.
11
Pour over roasted vegetables; toss to coat.
12
Serve immediately.

210

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3/4 pounds white turnips, peeled and cut into 2 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch pieces, 1 3/4 pounds golden turnips or rutabagas, peeled, cut into 2 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch pieces, 10 shallots (about 10 ounces), peeled, root end intact, 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caramelized Turnips and Shallots

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