I got this recipe from the Heritage Quilters. Boy was I surprised to find out this delicious soup had turnips as one of the main ingredients. I am one of the first people to turn my nose up at turnips but this soup will surprise.

2 c turnips, sliced 1 c potato, sliced 1 small onion, sliced 3 tbs butter 1 1/2 tbs flour 3 c chicken stock 1 c milk parsley (optional) bacon, crumbled (optional) crouton (optional)

1. Place turnips, potatoes, and onions in saucepan.
2. Cover with small amount of water and simmer until tender; drain.
3. Mash with potato masher.
4. Add butter.
5. Mix flour with 1/4 c milk.
6. Add to mixture and blend well.
7. Add chickstock.
8. Mix thoroughly.
9. Return to heat and bring to boil.
10. Remove from heat and add remaining 3/4 c milk.
11. Garnish with your choice of parsley, bacon or croutons.