Roasted Rutabaga With Italian Herbs Recipe

Many people grew up eating pured rutabaga and it may have turned some people away from the root vegetable. If you have yet to discover the joy of roasting rutabaga, you're in for a real treat. Rutabaga has a sweet, buttery flavor that can be a bit like peppered cabbage. The taste depends on the variety. Roasting rutabaga concentrates and highlights this natural sweetness and it really is one of the best ways to enjoy it on its own. Give yourself about 40 minutes to roast the rutabaga after it's prepped. In this recipe, rutabaga is seasoned with a dried italian herb mixture to highlight the vegetable's natural sweetness. A teaspoon of sugar is also included to encourage browning and give the veggies a deep brown roasted look and a savory flavor. It is a fantastic side dish for almost any meal. If you end up with leftovers, it can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days or it freezes well.