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Rutabaga and Pear Puree

Joan Donogh
Fruit adds a nice sweetness to this vegetable dish.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small rutabaga or yellow turnip peeled and cubed
  • 1 ripe pear peeled, cored and cut in chunks
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • In steamer over boiling water, steam rutabaga until nearly tender, about 15 minutes. Add pear and continue to cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, until rutabaga is tender. Remove from heat and drain well.
  • Puree rutabaga and pear in food processor until smooth. Add yogurt, butter, and seasonings to taste.
  • Heat in microwave at medium heat until heated through (or in a saucepan).
  • Variation: For Rutabaga and Apple Puree, use 1 apple in place of the pear.