Description
Golden Mashed Rutabaga is a creamy and flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, offering a delightful sweetness that pairs perfectly with any meal. This nutritious side dish showcases the earthy goodness of rutabaga, making it a comforting addition to family dinners or holiday gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you?ll create a vibrant dish that impresses even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium rutabagas (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel and chop rutabagas into even chunks.
- Boil in salted water for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain well and let sit in colander for a few minutes.
- Mash rutabagas in a pot or mixing bowl with butter and heavy cream until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with chives or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg