What is that? And what am I meant to do with it: Rutabaga

Have you ever walked into a grocery store and seen something that you had no clue what it was, let alone what you are meant to do with it?  The average person doesn't have the time or money to waste buy something that they are unfamiliar with.  But I want to share with you the amazing flavors of some of these things because I believe they can and should be more familiar in our kitchens.

The first food item I would like to share with you is the Rutabaga, also known as Swede.  This wonderful root vegetable is often neglected and is so filled with wonderful nutritional value and a sweet, delicious taste that I think people are missing out on.  They are a very good source of vitamin C, have no cholesterol, very little calories and have less starch and carbohydrates then white potatoes.  They can be steamed, boiled and mashed, sauteed, baked or roasted.