Parsnips ‘n Bacon

Place parsnips in steamer or saucepan w 1/2″ boiling salted water; steam 10-12 min or until fork tender. Remove from steamer, drain. Meanwhile, in small skillet, fry bacon until lightly browned; remove and reserve. Drain fat, leaving 3T in skillet. Add sugar, simmering, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves. Add water and vinegar; bring to boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, cool slightly. Slowly beat in egg, a little at a time. Mix well, return to heat; stir constantly until mix thickens. (Do NOT boil, or egg will curdle.) Add bacon pieces and parsnips.

Parsnips 1 lb, peeled and sliced
Bacon 0.25 lb, diced
Sugar 2 T
Water 0.33 c
Vinegar 1 T
Egg 1 lightly beaten