FINNISH TURNIP CASSEROLE

Finnish Turnip Casserole image

Provided by Outta Here

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
1 large turnip, peeled and cut into chunks
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F Coat a 2 quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine carrot and turnip chunks in a large pot. Pour in enough water to cover them. Add salt.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes until the carrots and turnip are tender. Drain and allow to cool for 1 or 2 minutes.
Return them to the pot and mash them.
Add butter, salt, flour and 1/4 cup sugar. Mix well.
Combine eggs and milk in a bowl and whisk well.
Add the milk mixture to the carrot mixture. Blend well.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the mixture in the casserole.
Bake for 45 minutes or until the top starts to turn golden brown.
Serve hot.