Smashed Rutabagas

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   Heat water in large pot on stove to boiling.

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   I use a sharp paring knife to remove wax coated skin from the rutabaga.

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   The rutabaga is a very hard vegetable in the raw form, so be careful when cutting it.

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   Use a chef's knife to cut a slice off of one side of the rutabaga.

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   Place the flat side down on the cutting board and cut off small slices.

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   Then chop the slices the other direction forming small cubes.

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   Place rutabaga is boiling water and boil until tender. (about 60 minutes).

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   Remove from heat.

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   When tender, strain water off of rutabaga cubes and place them in a flat bottomed dish. (My Dad puts them back in the pot for this step.).

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    Use a mashing tool and mash them to desired consistency.

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    Add butter, salt & pepper.

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    Mix thoroughly and serve.

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    (One can also make ahead and warm it up in the microwave.).

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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