Boiled Turnip Tops With Bacon

Ingredients

• Turnip tops (shoots from old turnip roots)
• Cold water (for soaking)
• Water (for boiling)
• Salt
• Bacon (optional, for Virginia style)

Method

1. 1 Soak turnip tops in cold water for one hour before cooking.
2. 2 Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a small handful of salt.
3. 3 Add the turnip tops and boil for about 20 minutes until tender.
4. 4 Drain the vegetables on a sieve and serve, optionally with bacon.