Mashed Rutabaga

Ingredients

  • 1 large rutabaga, peeled and chopped

  • butter or ghee (can be plant-based butter for vegan)

  • garlic cloves

  • fresh herbs (rosemary, sage, oregano, thyme or a mixture)

  • milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)

  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Place chopped rutabaga in a pot with cold salted water. Bring to a boil, cover and cook until fork tender, about 20 minutes.

  2. While rutabaga boils, add 1 tablespoon of butter to a small skillet over medium-low heat. Once melted, add the garlic and herbs. Sauté for 3-4 minutes. Turn off heat and set aside.

  3. Drain the rutabaga, return to the pot and mash with remaining tablespoon of butter and milk using a potato masher. Alternatively, place in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy. Add the garlic herb butter mixture along with salt and pepper to taste. Mash or process again until just combined.

  4. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

Recipe from runningtothekitchen