Smashed Rutabagas
Transform your dinner table with this rustic and flavorful recipe for Smashed Rutabagas, a vibrant twist on classic mashed side dishes. Featuring buttery rutabagas enhanced with fragrant garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of milk for creaminess, this dish strikes the perfect balance between earthy and savory. The rutabagas are boiled until tender, then mashed to your preferred texture—either silky smooth or delightfully chunky. A garnish of fresh parsley adds an optional pop of color and freshness. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this simple yet elegant side is perfect for weeknight meals or holiday feasts alike. Serve these smashed rutabagas alongside roasted meats or hearty vegetarian mains for a crowd-pleasing dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large rutabagas
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the rutabagas and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cubed rutabagas and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the rutabagas are cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Drain the cooked rutabagas and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to let excess moisture evaporate.
Add the butter, sautéed garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and milk to the pot with the rutabagas.
Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the rutabagas to your desired consistency, either smooth or slightly chunky.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Transfer the smashed rutabagas to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.8 g | 139% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2554 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 661 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2772 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
