Rutabagas, also called swedes, are a mildly bitter root vegetable that are a cross between turnips and cabbage. They are great mashed and are lower in calories and carbohydrates than potatoes.

Rutabaga Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds rutabaga, peeled and cubed
• 3 medium white potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoons fresh chopped rosemary
• 2 tablespoons non-margarine butter substitute
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1.  Boil rutabaga and potatoes in a large pot until tender, about 20 minutes
2. drain the vegetables and transfer to a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher or in a mixing bowl with garlic, rosemary, non-margarine butter substitute, and stock.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serve warm with mushroom or walnut gravy.