Leon O'Neal's Turnip Greens

1. 1

   Wash the greens in several changes of water in the sink until no more grit is seen.

2. 2

   Chop the greens coarsely.

3. 3

   Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the greens, the turnip, and the sugar.

4. 4

   Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until tender.

5. 5

   Drain.

6. 6

   In a large skillet, saute the bacon until it gives up its grease.

7. 7

   Add the onion and cook 7 minutes until the onion is soft.

8. 8

   Toss the greens with the bacon and onion.

9. 9

   Add the lemon pepper and salt.

10. 10

    Serve with Louisiana hot-pepper sauce.

11. 11

    Green beans.

12. 12

    Substitute 1 pound fresh green beans, cleaned and snapped.

13. 13

    Omit the sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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