Instructions: Peel the rutabaga and trim root end off. Wash in cold water. Cut into pieces.

Pan fry, or microwave a small piece of salt pork by placing it in a bowl with a bit of water, covering with a piece of waxed paper and microwaving on high for 3 to 5 minutes.

Cover chopped/cut up rutabaga with cold water*. Add salt pork** and drippings. Boil over medium heat until very tender. ADD A TABLESPOON of sugar.

Season lightly with salt and black pepper. Mash or chop rutabaga very fine.

*Sometimes I add 1/2 of a Knorr chicken bouillon cube.

** Several strip of fried smoked bacon may be substituted, but the salt pork gives the best flavor.

Note: One source said rutabagas are among the worlds healthiest vegetables.

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