Turnip Puff

Ingredients

• 3 medium turnips, peeled and cubed
• 4 tablespoons butter, divided
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Dash ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

Directions

• Place turnips in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain.
• In a small bowl, combine the turnips, 2 tablespoons butter and eggs. Combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, pepper and nutmeg; add to turnip mixture and mix well. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish.
• Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Serve immediately.