SOUTHERN TURNIPS AND GREENS

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Great flavor for a vegetable! Easily found in produce section of grocery. The root is purplish and has green leafy tops. You'll find these turnips in many southern cafes which have home cooked meals. Cornbread is the bread choice to go along with this vegetable dish.

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Greens

Time 1h10m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs turnips (3 to 4 with roots)
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons bacon drippings

Steps:

  • Cut turnip leaves from turnip root. Wash turnip greens 3 times in cold water and cut off bit stem sections. Peel turnip root and cut into small cubes.
  • Place water in a large pot with lid and bring to a boil. Place turnip greens along with cubed roots into pot. Add salt and bacon drippings.
  • Boil on simmering heat for approximately one hour. Cut turnips greens into small pieces.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 8.2, Sodium 997.2, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 11.5, Protein 2.7

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