As much as I love a good food pun, I swear, this was completely unintentional. Up until the moment I started peeling away the outer skin, I thought for all the world that I was working with rutabaga. Then, that distinctive smell hit me; sharp and pungent, more like a radish than the sweet and starchy tuber I expected. Simply trying to use up odds and ends after another recipe photo shoot, I suppose it was fate that pumped up the volume to create these accidental turnip and beet hash browns.

Fleeced by Flannel

Red flannel hash is simply your traditional potato-based hash with addition of chopped beets, tinting all the spuds a rich ruby hue. You could perhaps squint and see it as a checkerboard arrangement with all its squares overlapping hues to account for the name. That said, it’s a bit of a misnomer because flannel itself is simply a woven fabric, regardless of pattern, despite the frequent association with a plaid or tartan. Semantics aside, it’s a humble, hearty, and comforting breakfast staple that will never let you down. Potatoes aren’t the only vegetative foundation that can support the concept.

Root Revelry

Sitting on the outskirts of most mainstream markets, turnips and rutabagas have more in common than not. You’d be forgiven for making the same mistake. Both come from the cabbage family and have a very similar appearance. Pale beige with a purple top, it’s easy to mix them up at a glace. Turnips are a bit rounder and more pale, whereas rutabaga have a darker, more yellow tint and tend to be a bit more oblong. As far as flavor goes, turnips have a subtly peppery bite, especially if eaten raw, while rutabaga have a sweeter flavor, like carrots, and a creamier texture when cooked. Fortunately, you can use both with great success; the results will be delicious regardless, just in different ways.

Serving With Style

Earthy and warming, this particular hash honors the legacy of the potato while giving it a more nuanced upgrade. The natural sweetness of red beets with punchy turnips pairs easily with almost anything to round out the plate. Infused with a smoky, savory, and subtly tangy flavor, it’s so much more than just bland, boring filler.

Serving suggestions include:

• Meatless sausage
• Soyrizo
• Tofu scramble or vegan poached eggs
• Sliced avocado
• Sauteed greens
• Toast
• Hot sauce

Hash It Out

Make some noise for the accidental smash hit of the winter! You’ll want to turnip the beat, on repeat, once you give it a spin.

Yield: Makes 4 Servings

Turnip The Beet Flannel Hash

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Beyond the un-beet-able pun, this breakfast side dish is a must for a cozy, comforting morning meal. Dress it up with your favorite plant-based proteins to complete your plate!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoons Coconut Oil
• 1 Medium Yellow Onion, Diced
• 1 1/2 Pounds (About 3 Small) Turnips, Peeled and Diced
• 3 Small Red Beets (3/4 Pound)
• 2 - 4 Tablespoons Water
• 2 Teaspoons Nutritional Yeast
• 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 Teaspoon Dried Basil
• 1 Teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley, Minced

Instructions

1. Melt the coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent; about 4 - 5 minutes.
   
   
2. Add the turnips and beets. Continue to cook, stirring periodically but gently so as not to smash the vegetables, until fork tender; about 15 minutes. Add a splash of water as needed to prevent them from sticking and burning in the process.
   
   
3. Season with nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with vinegar then stir to combine Sauté for another 2 - 4 minutes, until any excess liquid has evaporated.
   
   
4. Turn off the heat and top with parsley. Enjoy hot.

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• Nutiva, Organic Coconut Oil, Refined, 15 fl oz (444 ml)

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 127Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 562mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g

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