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Reasons to Root for Rutabaga

What do you get when you cross a turnip and cabbage? You get the rutabaga, which is a root vegetable also referred to as “swedes” in other parts of the world. In addition to being fun to say, rutabagas tout amazing nutritional properties. With healthy doses of Vitamin C and B6, the rutabaga is also rich in potassium, magnesium, iron, as well as fiber, which makes it an excellent food for the digestive system. What’s more, researchers say rutabagas are an antioxidant-rich source for preventing cancers. Studies show that a diet rich in rutabagas and other cruciferous vegetables may reduce the risk of prostate cancer or certain other cancers. Best of all, rutabagas can be prepared in a variety of tasty ways. With an edible yellow flesh and a purplish yellow skin you peel before cooking, the rutabaga may be roasted, pan-fried, baked, boiled, and enjoyed with a wide array of seasonings. Simply wash, peel, trim, dice, and then prepare in similar ways you would a potato. Mashed rutabaga is positively delicious with cream and butter, and be sure to try it cubed and roasted with olive oil and Italian herbs. Thankfully, it is in-season now. So go and get your rutabaga on!

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