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Auntee Gail’s Turnip Greens Recipe

June 6, 2018 by Felesha 20 Comments

The only Southern Turnip Greens recipe you’ll ever need! Be sure to pair them with my popular Hot Water Cornbread!!The only Southern Turnip Greens recipe you’ll ever need!

Auntee Gail came from Huntsville, Alabama to attend our gender reveal party about a month ago. During her visit, Jimmie requested that she make her famous turnip greens!! She must have made them about 3 times while she was here.

Everyone just fell in love with them! If you’re not familiar with turnips, they are simply a root vegetable which has a similar texture to potatoes.

This turnip greens recipe really doesn’t need any accompaniment other than a nice and fresh side of hot water cornbread!! Ummm boy!!!! You could also try mixing them in with some mashed potatoes as well for a tasty treat.

Turnip greens are so easy to work with and are very forgiving. I think they’re actually a bit more tender than collard greens. They are certainly the perfect comfort food!!

How To Make Turnip Greens

The only Southern Turnip Greens recipe you’ll ever need!

Speaking of comfort…are you searching? Just want to let you know that the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob wants to be your Comforter if you’ll allow Him. Won’t you let Him in? He sent His Son, Jesus just for you!

Pray this simple prayer, “Dear Heavenly Father, I am a sinner. Forgive me for my sins Lord. I believe Jesus Christ is Your Son and that He died for my sins and You raised Him from the dead. I want to invite Him into my heart to take control of my life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.” Say Grace and enjoy!

Auntee Gail's Turnip Greens Recipe

Felesha
The only Southern Turnip Greens recipe you'll ever need! Be sure to pair them with my popular Hot Water Cornbread!!
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 3 hrs
Total Time 3 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine Southern
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs. smoked turkey necks
  • 3 lbs. turnip greens cleaned and torn
  • 1 lb. mustard greens cleaned and torn
  • 2 medium sweet onions sliced
  • 3 large whole Jalapenos
  • 1/3 c. apple cider vinegar
  • 2 T. Kirkland Seasoning
  • 6 small turnip roots peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1/4 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 tsp. black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, boil turkey necks in enough water to cover for about 1 hour over high heat. Make sure that the pot is about 1/3 full with water.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and add turnip greens, mustard greens, onion, jalapenos, Kirkland seasoning and apple cider vinegar. Cook for about 3 hours. 
  • Where there is about 1 hour left for cooking, add turnip root slices, salt, sugar and pepper. Once turnips are tender, the greens are done. Serve with Hot Water Cornbread. Say Grace and enjoy!!
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Auntee Gail's Turnip Greens Recipe

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Comments

  1. David @ Cooking Chat says

    June 6, 2018 at 7:30 AM

    I’ve enjoyed a lot of different greens but I don’t think I’ve had turnip greens. Sounds like a special dish!

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 7:37 AM

      So tender, David! You’d love them!!

      Reply
  2. Priya says

    June 6, 2018 at 8:09 AM

    I hardly use turnips. Now I have a delicious recipe to try my hands with turnips!

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 8:26 AM

      For sure!!

      Reply
  3. Danielle says

    June 6, 2018 at 8:25 AM

    We are always looking for more ways to add greens to our diet and this looks great.

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 8:26 AM

      Thanks Dani!!!

      Reply
  4. Wajeeha says

    June 6, 2018 at 8:38 AM

    Such a lovely recipe…I will definitely try it soon!

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 10:16 AM

      Thanks Wajeeha!!

      Reply
  5. Marisa Moore says

    June 6, 2018 at 8:50 AM

    Girl, you got me ready to go to the farmer’s market to get some turnip greens! My Grandma always mixed them with mustards too. So good!

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 10:16 AM

      Lol! They make the best combo!!!

      Reply
    • Kenya T. says

      July 18, 2018 at 1:12 PM

      Lol! Mine did too!

      Reply
    • Kenya T. says

      July 18, 2018 at 1:21 PM

      Felesha, I’ve made mixed greens numerous times, but have never added the actual turnip…but when my grandmother and Aunt cooked them, they used diced turnips. So, with that said, do you think the turnips should be added a little earlier to the pot to allow for longer cooking if using diced vs. sliced? Thanks so much!

      Reply
  6. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

    June 6, 2018 at 9:12 AM

    I love the smoked turkey necks in this recipe! Does she smoke them herself, or do you find that in the store? I’ve never seen them…

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 10:17 AM

      Hi Lisa! You can find them with the other smoked meats in your grocer. Check by the ham!!

      Reply
  7. Gloria says

    June 6, 2018 at 9:19 AM

    You know, I have never tried turnip greens. I don’t know why, since I love turnip. I am going to have to give this a try…since we love spinach, kale, collards….so delicious.

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 10:18 AM

      For sure, Gloria!!

      Reply
  8. Natanja || Home Baked Bliss says

    June 6, 2018 at 10:03 AM

    I have had turnips before but never the greens! Definitely want to give it a try. I currently have a bunch of them growing in the garden, they’d be perfect for this.

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      June 6, 2018 at 10:18 AM

      A must!!!

      Reply
  9. Dianne says

    July 30, 2019 at 8:04 AM

    Tried it absolutely fabulous! My husband had seconds and ate left overs the next day. I have to keep this recipe in my collection.

    Reply
    • Felesha says

      July 30, 2019 at 8:30 PM

      So glad you and your husband enjoyed these yummy greens!! Auntee Gail will be elated!! 🙂

      Reply

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