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sorghum-glazed turnips

Recipe by
Lynette !
Gulf Breeze, FL

I love turnips....even liked them when I was a little girl.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For sorghum-glazed turnips

  • 2 lb
    small turnips (about 2 inches long)
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    sugar
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 tsp
    sorghum
  • fresh thyme sprigs

How To Make sorghum-glazed turnips

  • 1
    Peel the turnips, and cut in half.
  • 2
    Place the turnips in a single layer in a 12 inch heavy skillet; add water to reach halfway up turnips (about 1 1/2 cups). Add butter and the next 3 ingredients. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-high, and cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.
  • 3
    Uncover and cook, stirring often, 8 minutes or until the turnips are tender and the water has evaporated. Cook, stirring often, 5 more minutes or until the turnips are golden. Stir in sorghum and 3 tablespoons water; toss turnips to coat. Serve immediately. Garnish if desired.
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