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The turnip is a humble and hearty root vegetable. Learn how to cook turnips the right way so you can make an earthy and flavorful dinner or side dish.

Using Turnips in Soups, Stews, and Braises You can cook turnips the same way you do other firm winter vegetables like carrots, parsnips, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and winter squash.

Cover the skillet and cook 2 minutes, until the carrots and turnips are crisp-tender. Stir in the soba noodles and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.

FOOD What We’re Cooking This Week: Hakurei Turnip Salad With Caesar-ish Dressing Bred during post-WWII food shortages, hakurei turnips don’t develop the bitter flavor of more mature turnips.