Name: Smashed Rutabagas with Ginger-Roasted Pears
Yield: Makes 8 to 10 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds rutabagas, peeled, cut into 3/4- to 1-inch cubes; Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 3 firm Anjou pears (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled, cored, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream; 5 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; Coarse kosher salt

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Smashed Rutabagas with Ginger-Roasted PearsCon Poulos

If you've never had rutabagas, here's a great way to try them. Ginger-roasted pears add sweetness and a touch of spice—the perfect balance for this earthy root vegetable. Slice one extra pear and roast it (with the cubes) to use as garnish.

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