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Mashed Potatoes with Rutabagas and Buttermilk

Rutabagas and buttermilk add wonderful taste and texture to the potatoes in this recipe.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 8 to 10

Ingredients

1

1/2 pounds rutabagas, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces

3

pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces

6

tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter

3

/4 cup (or more) buttermilk

Chopped green onion tops or chives

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook rutabagas in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 20 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer rutabagas to strainer. Press gently to release any excess liquid.

    Step 2

    Add potatoes to same pot of boiling water; cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well. Return potatoes and rutabagas to same pot. Add butter; mash well. Add 3/4 cup buttermilk; mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Stir over low heat to rewarm, adding more buttermilk by tablespoonfuls, if desired.)

  2. Step 3

    Transfer potatoes to bowl. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.