1-1/4 c. celery, sliced
1 tbsp. (or less) butter or olive oil
4-1/2 c. chicken broth
1 can great northern beans
1 onion, chopped
1-1/2 c. turnips, chopped
1-1/2 c. carrots, sliced
1-1/4 tsp. thyme
Salt and pepper

Note: When turnips are not in season, chopped cabbage can be substituted. Saute celery and onion in butter and oil (do not brown). Add the turnips and carrots and rest of the ingredients, except the beans. Cook until turnips and carrots are tender. Then add beans. Heat again a few minutes. Serves 4.