Amber’s Turnip Soup with Greens & Bacon
2 strips bacon, cut into ¼” pieces
1-2 tablespoons oil
1-2 scallions or ½ onion, chopped
1 bunch turnips, roots chopped into bite size pieces, greens washed and chopped, tough stems discarded
¼ lb. mushrooms chopped (optional)
4 cups chicken broth
Salt and pepper
Heat oil in pot on stove to medium. Add bacon and scallion/onion. Saute until softened about 5 minutes. Add turnips, greens, optional mushrooms, and broth. Bring to boil, reduce to simmer, and cook until turnips are tender about 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.