WELCOME TO DIABETIC ENJOYING FOOD

I have chosen this name for this blog because it truly states my story. I am a type II diabetic who most certainly enjoys food. When I was diagnosed with diabetes several years ago, my blood sugar level was over 400. With some oral medications, a lot of research and some trial and error, I have found that unlike my ancestors I truly can continue to enjoy food. I hope this blog will help you to also enjoy food and be healthy. Some recipes are my originals and some I have collected. Everyone reacts different to various foods. Check your blood sugar readings so you will know whether or not a recipe works for you! And feel free to take a recipe and adjust it to suit your needs.

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

HONEY BUTTER TURNIPS

I will not be making this recipe as it has too much sugar for me. It is, however, from a diabetic recipe magazine so I will post it for those who might like to try it. When combined with a lean protein item, the protein/carb ratio will be okay. I am just not a meat-eater.

1 lb turnips, peeled or scrubbed and cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
snipped fresh thyme for garnish

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Heat a 15x10-inch baking pan in oven for 5 minutes.

Spread the turnips in the hot pan. Drizzle with the honey, butter, and salt.

Roast turnips at 400 degrees for 35 minutes or until tender, stirring once during that time.

Transfer turnips to a serving dish and sprinkle with the pepper and thyme.

Yield: 5 (1/2 cup) servings
Per serving: 105 calories, 5g (3 sat) fat, 12 mg cholesterol, 178 mg sodium, 16g carbs (2g fiber, 14g sugar), 1g protein

This dish should be eaten with a lean protein item such as pork, chicken or steak.

 Raw Turnip

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