- Hand Mixer: Useful for mixing bread crumbs and poppy seeds together efficiently, ensuring an even distribution.
- Dutch Oven: Ideal for braising turnips as it allows the ingredients to be cooked at a consistent temperature while being covered, which helps in achieving tender and flavorful results.
- Food Processor: Can be used to finely chop or puree vegetables if needed, though optional based on your recipe's texture preference for turnips.
- Chef's Knife & Cutting Board: Essential for chopping and preparing all ingredients including turnips, garlic, and any additional vegetables called upon by the recipe.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons: For accurately measuring dry and wet ingredients, ensuring a balanced dish as per recipe requirements.
- Colander: Useful for rinsing turnips thoroughly if you're using fresh ones, removing any grit or debris.
- Oven Thermometer: Ensures accurate oven temperatures when baking bread crumbs to achieve the desired golden color and texture.
- Silicone Baking Mat: Can be used for evenly spreading turnip mixture in a Dutch Oven or any other cookware if necessary.
- Whisk Set (Whisk, Spatula): Useful for whipping ingredients like egg whites if your bread crumbs recipe calls for them, though not directly related to the main braising process.
- Meat Tenderizer: If you prefer tender turnips without extensive cooking time, a meat tenderizer can help in breaking down fibers gently (though optional).
- Non-stick Skillet: Can be used as a backup for browning ingredients or if you prefer to sauté some components instead of braising, though not directly tied to the traditional method described in this recipe.
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 pounds medium turnips (not Japanese), peeled and cut into 1-inch-thick wedges
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs from a baguette
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
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