Ingredients

  • water to cover the rutabaga (about 3 cups in a large pot)
  • 5 whole allspice
  • 5 peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 rutabagas
  • 2 carrots
  • 4 large potatoes
  • ground cinnamon or nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Method

  • In a large pot, bring water, allspice, peppercorns, and salt to a boil.
  • Peel and finely chop the rutabagas and carrots. Add to the pot.
  • Reduce temp to a low boil and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, peel and finely chop the potatoes.
  • After the 15 minutes is up, add the potatoes and cook an additional 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Mash the potatoes rutabagas, and carrots, adding just enough cooking water to get a creamy puree.
  • Place in a serving bowl, sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg, and top with butter.