Rutabaga and Winter Squash with Nutmeg
Recipe for Category Vegetable Side Dishes
Contributed by (Recipe adapted from “Thoughts for Food” at www.twbookmark.com)
Ingredients
2 C Rutabaga chunks, peeled
2 C Delicata squash chunks, peeled
½ tsp ground Cinnamon
½ tsp grated Nutmeg
1 Tbs Honey, or to taste
½ C grated sharp White Cheddar
Garnish: ¼ C chopped fresh Cilantro
Instructions
Put the rutabaga chunks in one layer in a steamer basket, cover, and steam over boiling water until tender. Transfer to a saucepan. Steam the squash until tender and add to the rutabaga. Mash the vegetables coarsely, leaving some texture. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and honey to taste. Heat through and serve hot as is, or mixed with a little Cheddar. Sprinkle cilantro on top just before serving. Serves 4.