Best 7 Mashed Rutabagas With Bacon Recipes

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Dive into the delectable world of mashed rutabagas with bacon, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. A humble root vegetable, the rutabaga transforms into a creamy, velvety delight when mashed, complemented perfectly by crispy, savory bacon. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a comforting side or as a hearty main course when paired with your favorite protein. Our collection of mashed rutabaga recipes offers a range of culinary adventures, from classic preparations to modern twists that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques.

Embark on a culinary journey with our classic mashed rutabagas recipe, a timeless dish that showcases the harmonious blend of rutabagas and bacon. Discover the secrets to achieving a smooth, lump-free texture and the perfect balance of seasonings. For a more indulgent experience, try our creamy mashed rutabagas with goat cheese, where tangy goat cheese adds a delightful dimension to the creamy mash.

If you're seeking a healthier option, our roasted mashed rutabagas with garlic and thyme offer a delightful combination of roasted rutabagas, aromatic garlic, and earthy thyme. This dish is not only packed with flavor but also boasts a nutritional punch. Elevate your mashed rutabagas with a touch of sophistication with our recipe that incorporates caramelized shallots and white wine. The sweetness of caramelized shallots and the subtle acidity of white wine create a complex and elegant flavor profile.

For a truly unique culinary experience, explore our recipe for mashed rutabagas with chorizo and poblano peppers. This vibrant dish brings together the smoky heat of chorizo, the mild spiciness of poblano peppers, and the comforting creaminess of mashed rutabagas. It's a fiesta of flavors that will leave you craving more.

And if you're looking for a comforting side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite holiday feast, our mashed rutabagas with maple syrup and pecans offer a sweet and savory combination that will steal the show. The natural sweetness of maple syrup and the nutty crunch of pecans create a harmonious balance of flavors.

No matter your culinary preferences, our collection of mashed rutabaga recipes has something for everyone. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will delight your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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MASHED RUTABAGAS WITH BACON



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Rutabagas are addictive on their own. Add bacon and they are heaven in your mouth!

Provided by Laura Fields

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 slices bacon, chopped
2 rutabagas, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 1 to 2 tablespoons bacon grease, to your preference.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook rutabagas in the boiling water until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain rutabagas and return to the pot.
  • Mix reserved bacon grease, butter, salt, and pepper into rutabagas; blend using an electric mixer until smooth. Stir chopped bacon into the rutabaga mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 169.6 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

MASHED RUTABAGA WITH BACON



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Mashed rutabaga provides a flavorful, lower carbohydrate side dish option. Flavored with bacon, this dish is also dairy free and gluten free.

Provided by Carissa Serink

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large (1.5-2 pounds) rutabaga, (peeled and cut into 1/2 pieces)
1 teaspoon kosher salt, (divided)
2 slices thick cut bacon ((or 3 slices regular cut bacon), minced)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 Tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place cut up rutabaga into a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and enough water to just cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain.
  • While the rutabaga cooks, cook the minced bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Do not discard the grease.
  • Using a food processor or potato masher, mash the drained rutabaga, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper, and bacon grease together until smooth. Stir in the cooked bacon and parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 418 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

RUTABAGA-POTATO MASH WITH BACON



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For the food historian Jessica B. Harris, humble rutabagas laced with rich, smoky bacon fat were the highlight of every childhood Thanksgiving. The ones her mother cooked were sharper than the ones we buy today, so she cut them with mild potatoes, but you can adjust the proportions to your liking. If bacon is off the menu for you, add butter or olive oil to the pot instead, and more to taste after mashing.

Provided by Jessica B. Harris

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 strips bacon
2 pounds rutabagas, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
Pinch of sugar, plus more to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot over medium heat, cook bacon until fat is rendered, and bacon is beginning to brown. Add rutabagas and pour in water to cover. Bring to a boil, then lower to a fast simmer and cook 25 minutes.
  • Add potatoes to the pot and cook until both vegetables are very tender, about 20 minutes more. Drain, reserving about 2 cups of cooking liquid. Set bacon aside.
  • Mash the vegetables together until smooth or, for a finer texture, put through a food mill. Add reserved liquid as needed to loosen the mixture. Finely mince bacon and add to the vegetables. Add sugar, salt and pepper and stir well. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 276, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 707 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

RUTABAGA SMASH WITH BACON



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Bacon provides a simple addition to this tasty side dish that's made with rutabagas and carrots.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 rutabagas (about 1 lb), peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 large carrots (about 3/4 lb), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced, slices cut in half
1/4 cup whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
5 slices thick-sliced bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled (1/3 cup)
Fresh rosemary sprig, if desired

Steps:

  • In 3-quart Dutch oven, place rutabagas, carrots and enough water to cover; add 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 30 to 35 minutes or until tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt 1/4 cup of the butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very tender.
  • In large bowl, mash rutabagas and carrots until almost no lumps remain. Add onion, whipping cream, pepper, remaining 1/4 cup butter and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; stir until well blended. Sprinkle with bacon. Garnish with rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 595 mg

BACON-CHIVE MASHED RUTABAGA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 2 diced peeled rutabagas in boiling salted water until tender, 20 to 25 minutes; drain and return to the pot over low heat. Meanwhile, cook 2 slices chopped bacon in a skillet until crisp; add the drippings to the rutabaga along with 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Mash well. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the bacon and chives.

MASHED RUTABAGAS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds peeled rutabagas, cut in large chunks
Cold salted water
3 to 4 tablespoons butter
Pinch nutmeg

Steps:

  • Peel rutabagas, and cut them in large chunks. Put them in a pan of cold salted water, cover, and bring to a boil. Simmer until very tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Drain the rutabagas, return them to the pan, and heat gently for 2 or 3 minutes to dry them. Mash the chunks with a potato masher or fork, the puree will always be slightly fibrous. Work in butter with a generous grate of nutmeg, taste, and adjust the seasoning.

MASHED RUTABAGAS



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Make and share this Mashed Rutabagas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces streak-o'-lean bacon, cut into chunks
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 rutabaga, cubed (I used the canned)
1 pinch sugar
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Wash and cut streak-o'-lean to your liking. Cook's note: You can use ham hocks, smoked wings or even cut up bacon. Place in a pot with enough water to cook the meat; add pinch of salt to water. Allow to come to a boil, about 15 minutes.
  • Cook's note: The water will cook out, so it might be necessary to add more during cooking.
  • Peel rutabagas and cut into 1/2-inch slices, then cut into cubes. Add rutabaga to the meat. Add sugar, salt and pepper. Cover pot and cook until tender, about 45 minutes. When done remove some water from the pot. Mash, add butter and season, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.6, Fat 31.3, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 53.8, Sodium 513.2, Carbohydrate 0.4, Protein 6.6

Tips

  • Choose the right rutabagas: Look for firm, smooth rutabagas that are about the size of a softball. Avoid any rutabagas that have blemishes or bruises.
  • Peel the rutabagas before cooking: Use a sharp knife to peel the rutabagas. Be careful not to cut yourself.
  • Cut the rutabagas into small pieces: Cut the rutabagas into 1-inch cubes. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Boil the rutabagas until they are tender: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the rutabagas and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender. You can check the doneness of the rutabagas by inserting a fork into them. If the fork goes through easily, the rutabagas are done.
  • Drain the rutabagas and mash them: Drain the rutabagas in a colander. Then, return them to the pot and mash them with a potato masher. You can also use a food processor to mash the rutabagas.
  • Add milk, butter, and seasonings: Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the mashed rutabagas. Stir until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Serve the mashed rutabagas immediately: Serve the mashed rutabagas immediately with your favorite main course.

Conclusion

Mashed rutabagas are a delicious and nutritious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Mashed rutabagas are also a good source of carbohydrates, which can help to provide you with energy. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy rutabagas, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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