Ingredients

  • 2 lbs turnips
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch grated nutmeg
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Method

  • Wash and peel the turnips and cut into 1 inch dice.
  • Heat 1 T. of the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and pepper and stir.
  • Add the turnips and then add water to a depth of 1/4" in the pan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and steam until the turnips are tender, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue to cook until the liquid has reduced and the turnip pieces are glazed with the syrup and spices. (about 3 minutes).
  • Add the remaining butter along with the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Shake the pan to coat the turnips evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.