Baked rutabaga, a delightful root vegetable, is a perfect partner for meat dishes. Its earthy flavor and subtle sweetness complement grilled, roasted, or braised meats, bringing balance and depth to the meal. While baked rutabaga is simple to prepare, there are a few tips and tricks to ensure a perfect result every time. Choose medium-sized rutabagas, as they have the best flavor and texture. Cut them into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. Toss the rutabagas with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs before baking to enhance their flavor. For an extra touch of indulgence, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or browned breadcrumbs on top before serving.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ROASTED RUTABAGA
Steps:
- Toss 1 large peeled and cubed rutabaga with 3 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast at 425 degrees F until golden and soft, 40 minutes. Toss with 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar and chopped parsley.
EASY ROASTED RUTABAGA
In this recipe, naturally sweet rutabaga is diced and roasted to perfection with a little oil and simple seasonings.
Provided by Diana Rattray
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil.
- Peel the rutabaga(s) and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl or food storage bag, toss the diced rutabaga with the olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, if using.
- Arrange the rutabaga in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 40 to 50 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
- Toss with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 106 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize 4 Portions (4 Servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
ROASTED RUTABAGAS WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE
My grandmother usually cooks rutabagas on the stovetop with smoked meat, so all I ever tasted was smoke. As for me, I want a rutabaga to taste like a rutabaga and this recipe does just that-with a fresh, tart cranberry sauce for an added twist!
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a deep 9-by13-inch baking dish.
- Add the rutabagas and shallots to the baking dish. Slice the stick of butter and distribute it over the top. Strip the leaves from 3 sprigs rosemary and sprinkle them over the top along with salt and pepper to taste. Roast until the rutabagas develop a deep golden color, about 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, brown sugar, orange rind, orange juice, the remaining sprig rosemary and 3/4 cup water in a medium saucepan. Cover and cook the cranberries over medium heat until they burst, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside until ready to serve. Discard the rosemary sprig.
- Remove the rutabagas from the oven. Toss to combine the ingredients and serve drizzled with the cranberry sauce.
RUTABAGA CARROT CASSEROLE
This scoop-able side with its sweet, crunchy topping makes a delightful alternative to the traditional sweet potato casserole. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place rutabaga in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes, adding the carrots during the last 5 minutes of cooking; drain., In a large bowl, mash the rutabaga mixture with egg, brown sugar, butter, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Stir in rice and milk. Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., For topping, in a small bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until bubbly, 30-35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
RUTABAGAS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS
Categories Onion Vegetable Side Sauté Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian Root Vegetable Fall Winter Rutabaga Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt 5 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions and sauté until brown, 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook rutabagas in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-low heat. Add rutabagas; sauté until heated through, about 10 minutes. Drizzle honey over. Gently stir in onions. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 3 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over medium-low heat.)
BAKED RUTABAGA CASSEROLE
Light and fluffy mashed and baked rutabagas with dill, green onions, and a savory crumble topping. This is an altered version of the many root vegetable "puff" recipes. Instead of the nut-crouton crumble, try it with a sprinkle of cheese over the top.
Provided by Shake-n-Bake
Categories Side Dish Casseroles
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add rutabagas; boil until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, blend or whisk egg whites in a bowl until thick and frothy.
- Drain water from rutabagas and mash with a potato masher. Stir in butter while still hot so it melts and is distributed evenly, followed by egg yolks, green onion, dill, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour into a 9-inch ceramic or Pyrex® casserole dish that is approximately 1 1/2-inch thick.
- Combine croutons and almonds in the bowl of a food processor until crumbly. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 97.1 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 216 mg, Sugar 11.3 g
TWICE-BAKED RUTABAGAS
Mix it up for dinner by swapping your go-to spuds dish for these rutabagas combined with bacon, cheese and cream. Even the skeptics won't be able to resist! -Lisa Bynum, Brandon, Mississippi
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine rutabagas and water. Microwave, covered, on high 16-20 minutes or until tender, stirring halfway. Mash rutabagas; add bacon, cream, butter, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir in 1 cup cheese and 1/4 cup green onions., Spoon mixture into 8 greased 6-ounce ramekins or custard cups. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Place ramekins on a baking sheet. Bake until rutabagas are bubbly and cheese is melted, 18-22 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 30g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 592mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
BAKED RUTABAGA TO ACCOMPANY A MEAT DISH
There are certain unfashionable meals I want to slap a preservation order on lest they disappear altogether. Faggots and gravy, traditional Midlands meatballs fashioned from pork innards and belly and wrapped in caul fat, is one such recipe (lardy cake-the name speaks for itself-is another). Pease pudding would be many people's chosen accompaniment; others probably a pile of minted fresh peas. To my mind, the faggot needs a cooling sidekick to soften the blow of the liver and onions. A mash of rutabaga is good, but also this rather more subtle approach.
Yield enough for 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the rutabaga into slices about 1/8 inch (3mm) thick. It is easier and safer to do this by first cutting a slice from one side to give a flat base as you cut.
- Generously grease a baking dish or roasting pan with some of the butter. Lay the slices of rutabaga and onion in the dish, seasoning them with salt and black pepper, and strewing over the rosemary leaves as you go. Ladle over the stock so that it just about covers the vegetables-a matter of five or so ladlefuls-then dot on the rest of the butter.
- Bake for an hour or so, turning the vegetables in the stock from time to time, until they are tender enough to crush between your fingers. Serve as a side dish, with some of the juices spooned over.
Tips:
- Choose rutabagas that are small to medium in size, about 2 to 3 inches in diameter. These will be more tender and flavorful.
- Scrub the rutabagas well before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
- Pierce the rutabagas all over with a fork before baking. This will help them cook evenly.
- Rub the rutabagas with olive oil or melted butter before baking. This will help them brown and add flavor.
- Season the rutabagas with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. Garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika are all good choices.
- Bake the rutabagas at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve the rutabagas hot or cold, as a side dish or main course.
Conclusion:
Baked rutabagas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they are also low in calories and fat. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give baked rutabagas a try.
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