Tornep with Chestenne

Directions

1. 1
   Young, small turnips should be cooked in water without wine for the first boiling.
2. 2
   Then throw away the water and cook slowly in water and wine, with chestnuts therein, or, if one has no chestnuts, sage.
3. 3
   Parboil the turnips in water for 5 minutes, drain.
4. 4
   Add 1 cup water and 1 cup wine.
5. 5
   Add chestnuts and sage.
6. 6
   Salt to taste.
7. 7
   Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer about 30 min.