Are You Supposed to Eat Turnip Skin? A Guide to Preparing Turnips
                                
                                
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                                Turnips have grown wild in Siberia since the age of the dinosaurs, making them one of the oldest and hardiest vegetables known to man. While turnips may have a reputation for being a humble root vegetable, there's often confusion about how to prepare them, specifically whether to peel the skin.