Turnips are a forgotten, old-timey vegetable -- but they are delicious!

We're going to do something very Hoosier with them today, pairing them with Burton's maple syrup.

First things first: Pick out shiny and smooth turnip. If it's wrinkly and soft, it will be bitter. Steam the turnip cubes lightly so that they still have some crunch. When cooking the other ingredients, taste as you go. Once you've reached your desired level of heat, remove the whole chile peppers.

One last piece of advice: Don't feel guilty about adding a heaping tablespoon of butter!

The bulbs aren't the only edible part of the turnip! The greens can be stewed down and combined with bacon. Or, pair them with some toasted walnuts and balsamic vinegar. A little bit of sweetness always helps with the greens because they can also be a little bitter, so add a pinch of honey, agave or even some brown sugar.