This Sunday is going by quiiickly!
After church this morning, we came home and enjoyed an early lunch.
Last night I made vegetarian chili following this recipe from Rachael Ray to bring to my friend Merri’s house for dinner. For lunch, I combined leftover chili with the same sausage, onions and peppers we had this morning. 
To be honest, I found the chili a bit bland yesterday, but I think it picked up more flavor as it sat in the fridge over night. When combined with the peppers, onion and sausage, it was terrific. 
After lunch, I solicited Ryan’s help to film a lil’ tutorial for you guys on how to make these delicious rutabaga fries. 
I only embarrass myself about five times in this video… success!
If you are unable to see the video above, you may click here to watch it on YouTube.
(Also, I say to roast the fries for 20 minutes at 400 degrees, but I ended up turning the heat up to 425 & leaving them in for 25 minutes. Just cook ‘em until they reach the level of doneness that you prefer.)
Happy fry-making!
Awe, so stinkin’ cute! Just like all your videos!
Melissa
Love this! Rutabega is one of those veggies that I just skip over because I never know what to do with it! Thanks so much!
Maria @ Oh Healthy Day
So cute. Love the fries ! Thanks
Morgan @ Some Kind of Sunshine
Thanks so much for showing me how to work with rutabega! Seems so easy too! Perfect
Elyse
You are adorable! Love the video!!! I need to make these soon!
Katy (The Singing Runner)
Great Video! Can’t wait to try them!
Shannon @ Philadelphia Phitness Pharmacy
ahah you so cute- I will def try rutabaga! i never even knew it exsisted!
Carrie
Nice! Do they taste similar to potatoes?
Anon
ehhh they have more of a taste then potaotes. try parsnip fries first. they’re more potatoey tasting in my opinion!
peanutbutterfingers
Great Video! I have never tried Rutabaga fries, but I might be able to persuade the hubby to give them a go.
Camille @ La Bella Vita
thanks for the lovely tutorial! you’re adorable and hilarious, “they’re prob good plain if you like bland things” hahahaha. i dont think ive ever tried or even seen a rutabaga in my life, and im dying to try them! does it taste like a potato at all?
ps. i think your hubby is scared of the “ryan fans”, that’s why he didnt wanna say hi :p
Sarra
Loved the new video! I feel like I’m always asking about fashion (because I asked about your boots a few weeks ago!) but where did you get your dress?
Lauren85
it’s actually a shirt/skirt combo. shirt is a black tank top from forever 21 & i just got the skirt at old navy on clearance yesterday for $8!
peanutbutterfingers
I’ve never heard of a rutagargiahga. haha (clearly I don’t remember the word or how to spell it) Can’t wait to find them at the store!
Alicia
LOVED the video:)gonna have to make these soon
p.s. your ring is a-ma-zing!!!
Christina
Hey Julie! I wanna try the parsnip fries I’ve seen you talk about before. Do you just roast them the same as the rutabagga ones??
Megan
yep!
peanutbutterfingers
i love your videos! hope you keep making ‘em!
i’ve got to try these fries…keeping my eye out for rutabagas!
erica
Please keep posting videos!! They are great! I have completely changed how I curl my hair with my CHI after your first video! I was always wondering how you do your parsnip/rutabagga fries. I would suggest putting down parchment paper on the baking sheet so its less messy, then drizzle olive oil over the fries and mix the oil around with your hands to cover the fries. Then you are using olive oil instead of cooking spray and you won’t have to dirty any dishes. Barefoot Contessa does this a lot with shrimp and veggies
Holly
awesome suggestion! my mom has been raving about parchment paper. i need to get some!
peanutbutterfingers
A Silpat is even better! I have one and it’s life changing, I never need parchment paper and cleaning is SO easy! Thanks for the recipe Julie, I’m making these pronto!!
Gillian
Hahah to cute! I agree with Holly! Keep the videos comin!
They look so good! what do they tast like ? Is it potatoey? is it strong, aquired taste?
I really want to try those!
carlee
they’re really good… not quite as bland as potatoes. i’d start with parsnip fries before tackling rutabaga though. parsnips are more potato-like in flavor.
peanutbutterfingers
Yay for parsnip fries! Neat Vlog…do they take a while to do?! I’m sure i’d mess it up a million times! I bet they’re fun to make, though
Allison @ Happy Tales
haha not if you do them in one take… they take 4 minutes!
peanutbutterfingers
aaaand by parsnip fries, I meant rutubaga fries…. I mean gosh, they’re only my fav!
Allison @ Happy Tales
Thank you for posting this video! Its always interesting to see the different things you can do with vegetables to make them more fun!
AshleyG
I LOVEE when you do videos! More please! Making these tonight! =)
Lisa
Thanks for posting the video! I had no idea what a rutabega even was
I’m definitely going to have to try these out…
Holley
Love the video! Now I know what you sound like
Wondering how the flavor of a rutabaga compares to that of a potato? What are the health benefits of rutabaga vs. potato?
Amy at TheSceneFromMe
Y’all are precious! Fries look so easy and delish! Gonna put these on the menu soon.
Kristy @ KristyRuns
Love your outfit! So glad you showed what a rutabaga looked like because I honestly had no clue. Looks like I’ll be heading to the store to pick one up and make some fries!
Alexandrina @ The Cardio Queen
Hey girl! Great video, thanks for sharing!
Would you mind telling us how they taste? Do the taste the same as potato fries? If different, how so? Different texture?
I am just starting to turn vegetarian and would love to try this, so this info will help me decide if I should give it a go. Thanks!!
Kendra
I hate dirtying a bunch of dishes too, that’s why I usually mix up whatever I’m roasting directly on the baking sheet. I can still use oil and seasonings without messing anything up unnecessarily.
I have never tried a rutabega before. I have tried parsnip fries and I hated them. I love parsnip raw, but when roasted it was WAY too sweet. I like savory fries I guess!
Amber K
I am convinced that chili ALWAYS tastes better on the second day! Oh, I can’t wait to try the rutabaga fries! I just tried rutabagas last year for the first time and I absolutely love the natural sweetness they have!
Heather
Long time reader, first time commenter and I just wanted to let you know that you are absolutely adorable and I loved the video!
Hallie
I also have a fashion question…where did you get your watch? I love it!!
I also can’t wait to go buy some rutabaga at the farmers market.
Carm Hernandez
thanks! it was actually my wedding present from ryan. the brand is michele.
peanutbutterfingers
Love your videos! Ryan and you are so cute!
I loved the part where he was getting too close and it made you laugh. I am definitely interested in trying the fries now! 
Marie
love the video! You are quickly becoming my favorite blog. Thanks so much
Racheal
I am a french fry addict so I will definitely need to make these! They seem like a good healthier option.
Melissa
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