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Known as rutabaga in the US, this large sturdy root with a thick creamy yellow purple-tinged skin and orange flesh has an earthy, sweet flavour. Good in hearty stews and soups, or roasted with other root vegetables. Swede can also be boiled and mashed and served as an accompaniment. In Scotland, mashed swede is known as 'bashed needs' and is traditionally served with haggis and 'patties' (potatoes).
Swede is in season from late autumn until Spring. Look for small ones as the larger ones tend to be tough and woody.