Turnips And Cornmeal Dumplings

1. 1

   Clean turnips and wash thoroughly 3 or 4 washings.

2. 2

   On first washing, add 2 or 3 tablespoons baking soda and let stand about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Then continue washings.

4. 4

   On last washing, transfer to dishpan without dripping (leave as much water as possible on greens).

5. 5

   In a Dutch oven, heat bacon drippings or oil.

6. 6

   Place dripping turnips in pot and stir down slightly, making sure they do not stick to the bottom.

7. 7

   Add water to cover turnips well to make pot likker.

8. 8

   When turnips are tender, add dumplings.

9. 9

   Mix cornmeal, flour and salt.

10. 10

    Add enough water to make soft enough to drop by small teaspoonfuls.

11. 11

    Cook until done.

12. 12

    Serve with cornbread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.