A variety of herbs and spices can be added to the mashed turnips. Try a couple tablespoons of finely chopped sage or rosemary, a clove or two of garlic, or a pinch of paprika or ginger. If your turnips came with the greens, don't throw them away! Rinse and chop the turnip greens and add them while mashing, What spice goes with turnip?, Sell Turnips Guide