Meet the rutabaga in this Rutabaga Apple Paprika Spread:
This poor, ignored veggie is the underdog of the root vegetable world. Also, it’s possibly the only veggie that sounds like it should come with its own polka soundtrack. This humble root is a cross between cabbage and turnip. Consequently, it basically makes it the love child of coleslaw and stew.
Packed with vitamin C, fiber, and potassium, rutabaga is a nutrient powerhouse disguised as a lumpy potato wannabe. It’s great roasted, mashed, or even snuck into soups. When your family isn’t looking, of course. For example, this Rutabaga Apple Paprika Spread, Plus, rutabaga is low in calories. This makes it the perfect vegetable for anyone trying to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor—or their sense of humor.
Rutabaga Apple Paprika Spread
Ingredients
- 1/2 onion
- 1 lb rutabaga
- 1/2 granny sweet red apple
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 - 8 oz brick cream cheese room temperature
- 1 teaspoon hot paprika
- Pinch sugar
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cut the onion into pieces
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Peel the apple and rutabaga and cut them into pieces.
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Heat the oil in a small skillet.
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Add the onion and cook until transparent.
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Add the rutabaga and apple pieces and mix to combine.
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Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add the apple juice to the pan.
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Bring to a boil.
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Turn the heat down to low and simmer for 45-50 minutes, until the rutabaga pieces are tender.
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Transfer to a food processor or blender and puree.
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Let the mixture cool completely
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Scrape the mixture into a bowl. Add the cream cheese in pieces and mix to combine.
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Season with the paprika, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Mix together until creamy.
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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
So, do you like this Rutabaga Apple Paprika Spread? Then also check out some of these other delicious recipes:
PAPRIKA BRANDY MUSTARD PORK
CREAMY PUMPKIN RUTABAGA BACON SOUP
RUTABAGA APPLE RÖSTI WITH HAZELNUTS AND EMMENTHALER
