Whipped Turnip Puff

An old-fashioned and comforting side dish—whipped turnip puff.

Recipe Ingredients:

8 medium turnips
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Peel turnips; cut into 1-inch cubes

Cooking Directions:

1. Arrange turnips in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 25 minutes or until tender.
2. Mash turnips with a potato masher; stir in eggs and remaining ingredients. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish.
3. Bake mixture in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 1 hour.

Makes 8 servings.