Sweet and Salty Southern Braised Turnips

Makes about 6 servings

Gently braised turnips are surprisingly delicious. Be sure to peel them deeply, as their skin can be fairly thick. You can braise the turnip's greens right along with the roots, if you are lucky enough to find them attached.

1 tablespoon organic canola or safflower oil
2 pounds turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
1 cup water
2 tablespoons low-sodium tamari
1 tablespoon sugar or other sweetener of your choice
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Heat canola or safflower oil in a large skillet. When hot add turnips and stir-fry until lightly browned all over, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add water, tamari, and sugar or other sweetener, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until turnips are tender, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with toasted sesame oil, toss gently, and serve.

Per serving (1/6 of recipe)

• Calories: 63
• Fat: 3.1 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
• Calories from Fat: 44.5%
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Protein: 1.1 g
• Carbohydrates: 8.4 g
• Sugar: 4.4 g
• Fiber: 2.4 g
• Sodium: 196 mg
• Calcium: 40 mg
• Iron: 0.3 mg
• Vitamin C: 13.5 mg
• Beta Carotene: 0 mcg
• Vitamin E: 0.4 mg

Source: Breaking the Food Seduction by Neal Barnard, M.D.; recipe by Jo Stepaniak; © Jo Stepaniak 2005, published by permission.