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Last summer, the Parkdale Community Food Bank received an abundance of barley and rutabaga donations week by week, prompting discussions among the team about the various culinary uses for these ingredients. Finally, this dialogue ignited a creative concept: compiling a cookbook showcasing family recipes from community members... For those unfamiliar with rutabaga, rutabaga, known scientifically as Brassica napobrassica, is a root vegetable that arises from a cross between cabbage and turnip. It is also known in some regions as swede, Swedish turnip, or neep. The vegetable has a rich history of cultivation and consumption, particularly in Europe and North America. Still, its popularity can be considered moderate compared to other root vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and beets... Rutabaga has a sweet, slightly bitter taste and a firm texture, making it versatile for various culinary uses. It can be roasted, boiled, mashed, added to soups and stews, or eaten raw. Despite its..