Swede!

August is quickly coming to an end, and therefore for rutabaga season!

Not really sure what the Swede? It is a cross between a turnip and a cabbage with a strong aroma. You can eat the root raw, fried, boiled or mashed up with potatoes.

One cup of Swede is only 66 calories, no fat and no salt! They are a great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals. They are high in potassium, magnesium and phosphorus, and vitamin C.

So what's to stop you from trying this delish vegan? Try this delicious rutabaga casserole dish!

Rutabaga casserole

Serves: 10

Ingredients

4 turnips

4 carrots

2 tbsp. coconut palm sugar (see it here)

1 tablespoon butter

¼ Cup skim milk

Directions

Peel the turnips and cut into 1 inch cubes and place in a saucepan. Add cold water to the Swede covered. Bring the water to a boil and when the plug goes into the Swede easily and cleanly, then drain Grate carrots. all in medium-size Bowl. Add the turnips and potatoes until you no longer see the pieces. Add the sugar and butter until evenly distributed. Place in the oven at a low temperature of about 100 degrees, to keep warm. Keep the dish, covered, to prevent it from drying out. If so, add a little milk As you enjoy the Swede in the soup? Pasta?

Nutrition facts: 87 calories, 2 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 67 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrates, 5 g fiber, 13 g sugar, 2 g protein

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