Turnip Tots
By: newRDcook
Published: Wednesday, May 26, 2010 - 4:01pm

Ingredients




4 smalls baby turnips (about ¾ pound), peeled
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoons minced mint leaves
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1 In a large saucepan of boiling water cook turnips 10 minutes and drain. When turnips are cool enough to handle, cut each into wedges. 2 In a large skillet cook turnips in butter over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until almost tender and golden on the edges, about 10 minutes. 3 Stir in Panko bread crumbs, mint, zest, salt and pepper to taste.  Cook, stirring occasionally, until turnips are tender, about 5 minutes.  Plate and enjoy!

About


Jamie Oliver and Michelle Obama would be proud — I reconstruct the greasy school lunch “vegetable” into a healthier, tasty version with a golden-crust crunch and fun shape that kids will enjoy!