Not too long ago a buddy of mine, Linda Garbe, requested me for my turnip inexperienced casserole recipe. Now I have been writing about meals for a very long time. And I have been consuming for longer than that. I have to admit, I’ve by no means had and even heard of a turnip inexperienced casserole.
I used to be intrigued by the thought. Since casseroles are definitely a Southern factor, I wished to present it a attempt. Positive, I like turnip greens. And who would not like a casserole? Completely, one ought to work.
Proper up entrance, I hardly ever make turnip greens from scratch. Like to eat them although. I cheat and use frozen if I’ve to. However I would reasonably persist with a very nice model known as “Glory.” Their merchandise are ready in an actual Southern fashion. Their turnip greens and black-eyed peas are wonderful. When New 12 months’s comes, Glory is in my home.
Wright’s Market is my supply for Glory plus smoked hog jowls and facet meat. They repeatedly carry Conecuh sausage and bacon, too. They’re a tremendous native enterprise to help.
Now again to the casserole. Most of them have a filler like breadcrumbs or crackers. Typically there’s cheese concerned someplace. Normally eggs and perhaps dairy. Then after all there’s the primary ingredient that is accented by these different issues.
That was my strategy. I used my rules for squash casserole and cornbread dressing as a information. Onions go in each, so I used them right here. Parmesan is my cheese however you might use cheddar. Mayonnaise provides fats plus it blends nicely. Dijon mustard provides a bit chunk as does Tony’s. Eggs bind every part collectively.
I made some croutons for a pleasant crunch on the highest. Butter went in a pair instances as a result of – why not. Do not forget the turnip greens. That is it.
As quickly as I obtained it made, I shared it with Linda and now with you. For a distinct facet as a part of a Southern feast, give turnip inexperienced casserole a attempt. You would possibly begin a brand new custom.
Turnip Inexperienced Casserole – Jim Sikes
2 cups1½” French bread cubes
1 cupYellow onion, chopped
1 – 27 ounce canTurnip greens – Glory model most popular. You should use your personal greens when you have them or use frozen and put together. Be certain that to make use of the liquid within the can or 1/2 cup from making ready your personal.
1/2 cup Mayonnaise – I take advantage of Duke’s
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups Corn bread, damaged
Make croutons. Warmth the oil in a skillet over medium warmth. Toss within the bread. No have to season. Stir and switch bread because it cooks. Evenly brown on all sides – 4 to five minutes. Take away bread from skillet and drain on a paper towel.
Whereas the croutons are cooking, in a big saucepan, simmer turnip greens for five minutes. Permit to chill earlier than continuing.
In a mixing bowl, mix greens with liquid, cooked onions, eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon, Tony’s, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan collectively. Combine nicely. Add within the damaged cornbread and stir to mix. Pour the greens combination right into a buttered 2-quart casserole dish.
Toss the croutons with 3 TBS of melted butter. Unfold them evenly excessive of the greens combination. Evenly sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan.
Bake in a 350˚ oven for 45 minutes or till golden brown. Permit to relaxation earlier than serving.
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