Roasted Rutabaga: Naturally Sweet Morsels

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Ingredients

  • 1 rutabaga (also known as a Swede) about 6 inches in diameter
  • 2 - 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. dried Italian Herb mix
  • 2 tsp. Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp. sugar

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees.

2. Peel rutabaga and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.

3. Place rutabaga cubes in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil.

4. Cover bowl with a plate and shake to coat rutabaga with oil.(You may need a bit more oil.)

5. Sprinkle rutabaga with remaining ingredients and shake again distribute.

6. Transfer rutabaga to a parchment-lined or non-stick baking sheet. (I use a Silpat* to prevent sticking.)

7. Roast in center of the oven until edges brown and rutabaga is tender - 30 to 40 minutes - stirring about halfway through to minimize sticking.
*I've been using the Silpat silicon mats for years and absolutely nothing sticks to them.