The Rutabaga, often overlooked, is a root vegetable with a wonderful blend of earthy and subtly sweet flavors. Characterized by its large, bulbous shape and a unique purple-tinged, golden-brown skin, rutabaga's flesh is yellow-tinged with a starchy, potato-like texture. When cooked, it transforms into a tender, sweeter offering compared to its raw state which can have a slightly bitter overtone. Rutabagas can be roasted to caramelized perfection, mashed with a touch of butter for a comforting side, or blended into soups and stews to thicken and enrich winter meals. This nutritious vegetable is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, making it a hearty and healthy addition to any meal.
Mitch Lawson's farm, located on the fertile flood plains of the Oostanuala River in Northwest Georgia, has been growing certified organic produce since 2004. Very few other Georgia farms have such a longstanding tenure of organic certification. The 30 acres under cultivation is a lot to manage, but Mitch and his team make it look easy! Growing from only 2 acres back in the mid 2000's, Rise 'N Shine now produces over 40 types of organic fruits and veggies each year.
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