Recipe: Turnip Casserole

Turnip Casserole

1 1/2 pounds turnips, peeled and thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
2/3 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoon flour
1 cup milk
1/2 cup grated sharp cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
3 Tablespoons bread crumbs

Cook turnips in boiling, salted water to cover until just tender. Drain.

Saute the onion, green pepper and celery in butter until tender.

Sprinkle with flour and cook 1 minutes.

Add milk and stir until thickened.

Stir in cheese, salt and pepper. Combine cheese sauce with turnips, place in baking dish and top with crumbs.

Brown under broiler.

May be prepared ahead and run under broiler just before serving. Very good with game.

Servings: 4