Varieties grown: Joan

Rutabagas are a root crop, similar to turnips but with a nuttier flavor. They have golden flesh and a creamy texture. They’ll keep for a very long time, and are great for warming fall and winter meals. Rutabagas are not pretty to look at, but they’re one of our favorite vegetables.

How to use it:

• Chopped and roasted with other vegetables

• Steamed and mashed, like mashed potatoes

• In soups, stews, and pot roasts

• Braised with beef, pork, or chicken