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Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.
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Creamed Rutabaga - Easy Rutabaga Recipe

Have you ever tried a humble rutabaga? If you get one of these gnarly vegetables in your weekly CSA box, start with this easy rutabaga recipe for beginners. Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: creamed rutabaga, easy rutabaga recipe, rutabaga in cream
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 87kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 medium rutabaga
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • salt and black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons snipped chives, optional

Instructions

  • Peel and cut fresh rutabagas into 1-inch cubes.
    Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.
  • Boil in salted water to cover until fork tender, up to 20 minutes.
    Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.
  • Drain well.
    Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.
  • Add cooked rutabaga, cream and salt and pepper to a large skillet.
    Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.
  • Simmer until the cream thickens and coats the rutabaga, stirring often.
    Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.
  • Serve hot with fresh chives, if desired.
    Creamed rutabaga is simple with only 4 ingredients including salt and pepper.

Notes

    • Use as much rutabaga as you like. Just adjust the cream to cover the rutabaga in the pan. This recipe is extremely versatile.
    • Rutabaga has a taste similar to a mild turnip.
    • I prefer freshly grated black pepper.
    • I like to start with cold water in my pot before I boil the rutabaga. This ensures even cooking.
    • The nutritional information below is auto-calculated and can vary depending on the products used.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 253IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 0.5mg