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.