Bacon Clapshot

Clapshot is a traditional Scottish dish of mashed turnips and potatoes. Bacon and nutmeg give this version a full flavor making it a perfect side dish for roasted meats and vegetables.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 322 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup milk
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 ⅓ pounds potato, peeled and quartered
• ⅔ pound turnips, peeled and cut into chunks
• 8 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the potatoes and turnips in a large saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 20 minutes.

Step 2

Drain the potatoes and turnips, return them to the saucepan and mash until creamy. Add the butter and milk and beat until fluffy. Stir in the crumbled bacon and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.