Creamed Turnips

Photo: flickr user squacco

Ingredients

pound turnips peeled, and

cut into 1/2" cubes

1 tablespoon butter

1 pkt sugar substitute

teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons heavy cream

teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper

Preparation

Place turnips in a large skillet. Add 1/3 cup water and butter to the skillet. Sprinkle turnips with sugar substitute and salt. Cover skillet and cook turnips over medium heat 15 minutes, until tender.

Uncover skillet and continue cooking until all the water is evaporated. Stir in cream; cook until cream thickens slightly and turnips are evenly coated, about 3 minutes. Add pepper before serving.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Description: "If you've never had turnips this way before, you're in for a treat. A small amount of cream and a dash of sugar substitute mellow their piquant flavor, producing a mild and pleasing side dish."