Mashed Turnip with Sautéed Vegetables

Ingredients:

• 2 Heads of Turnip

• 1 Medium Leek, chopped into small pieces

• ¼ Cup chopped onion

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 T extra virgin olive oil

• 5 T butter, reserved

• Salt, pepper to season

Directions:

1. Peel and Cut the Turnips into 1-inch chunks. Place in a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Simmer until tender – approx. 20 minutes.

2. In a medium sized sauté pan add the Extra Virgin Olive oil and 1 T butter. Once melted, add the chopped leek, onion and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Sauté until tender and slightly browned. Approx. 10-15 minutes. Set aside.

4. Once the turnip is cooked, drain and return to the same pot.

5. Add the 4 T reserved butter and the sautéed vegetables. Stir to mix and then mash everything together, until soft.

6. For a smoother texture – add to blender or vita-mix and puree together until nice and creamy. Serve!