Turnips—Boil from 40 to 60 minutes.
Beets—Boil from 1 to 2 hours before peeling.
Parsnips—Boil from 30 to 50 minutes.
Spinach—Boil 20 to 30 minutes.
Onions—Boil 45 to 60 minutes.
String Beans—Boil 1 to 1½ hours.
Shell Beans—Boil 30 to 60 minutes.
Green Corn—Steam 10 to 15 minutes, or boil 5 to 6 minutes.
Green Peas—Boil in as little water as possible 30 to 45 minutes.
Asparagus—Boil 20 to 30 minutes.