Mashed Potatoes with Ham with thyme

4 ounces bacon , cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons bacon fat 2 tablespoons butter 8 ounces turnips , peeled and cut into a 1/2-inch dice (about 1 1/2[...]

12 ounces Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 medium), unpeeled 2 ounces sliced pancetta* or 3 bacon slices, chopped 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups[...]

3 lbs russet potatoes (about 6) 6 leeks , chopped, washed well, and drained (white and pale green parts only) 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon fresh[...]

4 ounces center-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 8 ounces turnips , peeled, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 1 1/2 cups) 1 1/2[...]