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Keto turnip gratin is a keto swap for potatoes. Thin slices of turnips are baked in a rich cheese sauce until tender in this keto side dish.

Keto Turnip Gratin (Just like Potatoes!)

Anna Hunley
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Sides
Servings 6 servings
Calories 233 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds turnips about 2 medium turnips
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tablespoon horseradish
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 80 g shredded extra sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 50 g shredded gruyere cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Boursin garlic and herb cheese spread
  • pinch of salt and pepper
  • Cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a medium sized baking dish and set aside.
  • Prepare the turnips by slicing off the ends and peeling the outer layer. Rinse off any dirt.
  • Using a mandoline, carefully slice each turnip into thin slices, about 1/4" in thickness. The total weight of the sliced turnips should be roughly 1 pound.
  • Layer the turnip slices in the prepared dish. They will overlap. Try to get the layers as even as possible so the top does not dome up. Set aside
  • In a small sauce pan over medium heat, heat the heavy cream but not let it boil. Whisk continuously to avoid burning.
  • Whisk in the dijon, horseradish, and garlic. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and whisk to combine.
  • When the cream is hot, after 3 to 4 minutes, add half of the white cheddar, half of the gruyere, and all of the Boursin. Whisk until all the cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
  • Carefully pour the cheese sauce over the turnips so that it is evenly coated. Use a wooden spoon to push the turnip slices around and make sure the sauce is evenly distributed throughout the dish.
  • Top the dish with the remaining white cheddar and gruyere cheese. Cover with foil.
  • Bake for 45 minutes covered. Remove the foil and cook an additional 10 minutes to get a nice golden color on top. Let the dish rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a spicier sauce, use 1 full tablespoon of horseradish. Mr. Pearls liked it better this way.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 233kcalCarbohydrates: 6.6gProtein: 4.9gFat: 17.4gFiber: 1.4g
Keyword keto casserole, keto potato, keto side dish, keto vegetables
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