Does rutabaga taste like potatoes?

Rutabaga is a root vegetable, like a potato, and it also mashes up nicely. But it doesn't taste quite the same. It is more earthy and has a mix of sweet and bitter flavors. It tastes closer to a turnip than a potato.

Is rutabaga healthier than potatoes?

Rutabaga is lower in calories and carbs compared to potatoes. It also is higher in fiber and has a lower glycemic index. However, potatoes are higher in potassium and Vitamin C.

Do you peel rutabaga before boiling?

Yes, you should peel rutabaga before boiling.

What flavors go with rutabaga?

Butter, garlic, earthy and woody herbs, cheese, bacon, apples, potatoes, and cream all go well with rutabaga.

Rutabaga Pie

Name: Rutabaga Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: English
Ingredients: 1 pound rutabaga; 1 ½ pounds potatoes; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth; 1 pound apples; 1 large onion; 1 pound ground turkey; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh); 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh); 2 tablespoons half and half (or cream); 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Description

This savory Rutabaga Pie is a variation of the English dish Gloucestershire Pie and features turkey, apples, potatoes, and rutabaga for a comforting earthy meal. If you enjoy shepherd's pie, you'll likely also appreciate this dish as well.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 pound rutabaga
1 1/2 pounds potatoes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 pound apples
1 large onion
1 pound ground turkey
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
2 tablespoons half and half (or cream)
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 °F. Peel and roughly chop the rutabaga and potatoes. Cover the rutabaga with water in a large pot and bring to a boil. Throw in a big pinch of salt and boil for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and cook for 10 more minutes or until both vegetables are tender.
Melt two tablespoons of butter in a large oven-proof pan. Whisk in the flour and cook for a couple of minutes until bubbling and browned. Whisk in the broth and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour the gravy into a bowl and set aside.
While the vegetables boil and gravy simmers, chop the onion, peel, core, and roughly chop the apples. In the empty pan, sauté the onion in the remaining butter for about 5 minutes. Add the ground turkey, ½ teaspoon of salt, thyme, and rosemary, and cook until the turkey is mostly cooked. Add the chopped apple and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the gravy.
When the potatoes and rutabaga are cooked, drain the water and return them to the pot. Mash while they're still warm, then stir in the cream, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the nutmeg. If they’re not somewhat creamy, pour in another splash of cream.
Spread the potato and rutabaga mash evenly over the top of the pan with the ground turkey. If you feel like it, run the tip of a fork through the mashed vegetables to create extra texture. Place the pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then place it in the oven to bake for 20 minutes. If it's not browned enough to your liking, stick the pan under the broiler for a couple of minutes. Afterward, sprinkle the pie with the parsley and serve.

Prep Time: 30
Cook Time: 20
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: English