Description
These Simple Keto Scalloped Potatoes Using Turnips are a delicious and creamy alternative to traditional scalloped potatoes. Perfect for anyone following a low-carb or keto diet, this dish is rich in flavor and comfort.
Ingredients
2 lbs (900 g) turnips
peeled and thinly sliced (about ⅛ inch thick)
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion
finely chopped
2 cloves garlic
minced
1 ½ cups (360 ml) heavy cream
½ cup (120 ml) unsweetened almond milk
1 cup (100 g) shredded Gruyère cheese
1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese
grated
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Optional garnish: Fresh parsley or thyme sprigs for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and almond milk, bringing to a simmer. Mix in the salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and thyme.
- Layer half of the sliced turnips in a greased baking dish. Pour half of the cream mixture over them, then sprinkle with half of the Gruyère and cheddar cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme sprigs if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use all heavy cream instead of almond milk. Feel free to adjust the cheese types to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Keto, Scalloped Potatoes, Turnips, Low-Carb, Cheese, Creamy, Comfort Food