Turnips Au Gratin

Peel and dice turnip roots. Parboil in lightly salted water until very tender. Drain and mash. Season with paprika, salt, black pepper and granulated sugar.

In a small sauce pan melt about 1/4 stick butter. Stir in flour for a couple of minutes to cook but don't brown. Add cream or half and half mix in well cooking long enough to make a thick sauce, but don't boil.

Drain off any excess water from turnip roots. Mix sauce with turnip roots. Top with bread crumbs and sharp cheddar cheese. Heat through until hot and bubbly in 350 degrees F oven. Brown lightly.