2019 Recipe Project: “French Fries”

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We’ve all heard of cauliflower as a substitute for potatoes in the classic side dish; mashed potatoes. But did you know that turnips make a great substitute as well? Today’s post isn’t about mashed turnips though. It’s about turnip FRIES.

I apologize again for the lack of video. Our summer is looking like it’ll slow down in the next few weeks though so I will be BACK in action with video demos but for now … how about a recipe that’ll become a new staple for your household?

I was so impressed with these turnip fries that I went out the morning after we ate them to buy more turnips so I could make them again. Then, I made them again and had a giant plate of “fries” as a midday snack. I can’t remember the last time I did that without feeling bloated and miserable right after! Turnips for the win!

Preheat oven at 425 degrees F.

Peel turnips and cut into 1/4 inch matchsticks (I used 3 turnips to serve 2 people)

Place turnips into a large bowl and toss with olive oil then season with your favorites (I used a little salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika and cayenne for spice)

Place in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake for 25-30 minutes.

Serve immediately – they’re great on their own or with ketchup!

Rebecca McKinney

I was born a foodie. My dad is a chef, baker, and restaurant owner and my mom might as well be because she owns whatever kitchen she walks into. I grew up working in my family’s restaurant and bakery in Pawling, New York – McKinney and Doyle. I started behind the bakery counter at 12 years old after begging my parents to let me start working. At 16 I worked as a hostess. By 18 I was serving tables and training behind the bar where I then worked every other weekend throughout my college career. Even now, when I am visiting my family in New York, I help out where I’m needed. To make a long story short, the food and restaurant industry has been my life for as long as I can remember.

I wanted to create this blog for a few reasons. First and foremost, to share tips, tricks, and knowledge about the food and beverage industry in general but also to help people see a different side of the restaurant world. Every restaurant has a totally unique culture and world within it. I want to help open people’s eyes to more than how fast the service is or how easy or hard it is to secure a reservation.

So, thanks for stopping by! I welcome your ideas, input, and feedback and hope you enjoy!

Eat well & travel often,

Becky McKinney

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