Rutabagas are winter root vegetables. Typically planted after summer solstice, this wild cabbage and turnip cross, painted ...

Seeds should germinate in 4-7 days after germination, rutabagas should be thinned to at least 8 inches or wider. Do not crowd rutabagas or they will grow huge tops with skinny roots.

Winter is a rest period for the garden (and the gardener), but it’s also a time when we get to enjoy the fruits of our labors. I’m not talking about biting into a freshly picked tomato ...

Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle position. Place rutabaga, potatoes, celery root, cream, and thyme sprigs in a large saucepan. Cover and cook over medium, turning vegetables occasionally ...

I never thought I’d write a column in praise of rutabaga, but it was hard not to after tasting it at Beuchert’s Saloon (623 Pennsylvania Ave. SE; 202-733-1384). As one of many veggie sides on ...