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Honey Glazed Turnips

Source: Penn State Extension Nutrition Links Program

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Cook turnips and honey on the stove to create an easy and healthy side dish for dinner.

Makes
4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 3 turnips, medium, about 1 1/2 pounds (sliced or cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons honey*
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • salt (1/4 teaspoon, to taste)
  • black pepper (1/4 teaspoon, to taste)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Peel turnips.
  3. Slice or cube turnips, 1/2 inch pieces.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine honey, canola oil and water and bring to a boil.
  5. Add turnips, salt and black pepper, cover and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce to simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
  7. Uncover and continue to cook until turnips are golden and glazed, about 10 minutes.

Notes

* Children under the age of one should not consume honey. Learn more about: Turnips

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