Turnip Puff

 

This is a classic holiday recipe for us.

6 c cubed yellow turnips (rutabaga)

2 tbsp butter

2 eggs, beaten

 3 tbsp flour

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp baking powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Pinch nutmeg

½ c fine bread crumbs

 2 tbsp butter, melted

Cook turnips until tender. Drain and mash. Add butter and eggs. Beat well. (This much can be done the day ahead.) Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir into turnips, butter a casserole and put in turnip mixture. Combine crumbs and butter. Sprinkle on top. Bake at 375° for 25 minutes, or until light brown on top. Serves 6.