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Peas and Turnips with Bacon and Dill Butter

4.2

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Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 8 to 10 servings

Ingredients

8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, room temperature
4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
8 bacon slices, chopped
1 1/4 pounds turnips, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
2 16-ounce bags frozen petite peas, thawed

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Mix 6 tablespoons butter and 3 tablespoons dill in small bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. (Dill butter can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.)

    Step 2

    Sauté bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels. (Can be made 2 hours ahead; let stand at room temperature.)

    Step 3

    Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add turnips and sauté until tender and golden, about 9 minutes. Add peas and dill butter and stir until peas are heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in bacon. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon dill and serve.

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