Creamed Turnip Greens

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 sweet onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (16-oz.) bag frozen turnip greens, thawed
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper (optional)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 5 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces
• Salt to taste
• Garnish: freshly shaved Parmesan cheese

Preparation

1. 1. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in onion and garlic, and sauté 3 minutes or until tender. Stir in turnip greens, chicken broth, and, if desired, red pepper; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until liquid evaporates.
2. 2. Sprinkle turnip green mixture with flour, and sauté 2 minutes. Gradually stir in milk, and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Add cream cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt to taste. Garnish, if desired.
3. Lightened Creamed Turnip Greens: Substitute 2% milk and 1/3-less-fat cream cheese for milk and cream cheese. Proceed with recipe as directed.