Indulge in the smoky and savory flavors of this classic Scottish dish with a twist. Bacon clapshot combines the creamy goodness of mashed potatoes and turnips with crispy and flavorful bacon. This dish is perfect as a side or can be enjoyed as a main course. It's a comfort food that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Follow this easy recipe and treat yourself to a hearty and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bacon
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups of peeled and cubed turnips
- 4 tablespoons of butter
- 1/2 cup of whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the potatoes and turnips and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and turnips and return them to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes and turnips together using a potato masher or a fork until smooth and well combined.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the milk and warm it up. Pour the melted butter and milk mixture into the pot with the mashed potatoes and turnips. Stir well to combine.
- Season the clapshot with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in half of the crumbled bacon. Reserve the remaining bacon for garnish.
- Transfer the clapshot to a serving dish and garnish with the remaining bacon and chopped parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious bacon clapshot!
