Turnip Au Gratin - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. fresh turnips (1 1/2 lb.)
1 tsp. sugar
4 Tbsp. margarine, divided
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 c. milk
3/4 c. grated sharp cheese
1/2 dry bread crumbs or Ritz crackers

Preparation

Bring about 1/2-inch water to boil in a pan.
Add turnips, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Cover; cook until tender.
Drain; remove and set aside.
In saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons margarine. Blend in flour, pepper and remaining salt.
Cook 1 minute.
Remove and gradually stir in milk.
Return to heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens.
Add cheese; stir until melted. Mix cheese sauce and turnips together.
Put into baking dish. Melt remaining margarine; add bread crumbs. Sprinkle over turnips. Bake at 350\u00b0 for 15 minutes or until crumbs are toasted.