Orange Glazed Turnips

Directions

1. 1
   Peel turnips and cut into one-and-a-half-inch pieces.
2. 2
   Put them in heavy saucepan with orange juice, chicken stock and one tablespoon butter.
3. 3
   Season with salt and pepper; simmer uncovered until the turnips are tender and the liquid has evaporated (about 20 minutes).
4. 4
   If more liquid is needed to cook the turnips, add a little more water.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, blanch and drain the orange peel.
6. 6
   Add the remaining butter and the sugar to the turnips and continue cooking them, turning them with a spoon, until they are glazed.
7. 7
   Sprinkle them with the grated peel and thyme leaves.
8. 8
   Correct seasoning and serve.