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Rutabaga Fries: Video Edition

January 2, 2011 by Julie 46 Comments

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. chili 002To 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. chili 004After lunch, I solicited Ryan’s help to film a lil’ tutorial for you guys on how to make these delicious rutabaga fries. 152

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!

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My name is Julie and I am a full-time blogger, new mama, fitness enthusiast (certified personal trainer and group exercise instructor) and food fanatic (mostly healthy... but also not-so-healthy) living in North Carolina with my husband, dog and baby boy. Thank you for visiting Peanut Butter Fingers! I hope you enjoy little glimpses into my life and have fun trying the sweaty workouts I frequently share and making some of my favorite recipes along the way!

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  1. Melissa says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    Awe, so stinkin’ cute! Just like all your videos! 🙂

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  2. Maria @ Oh Healthy Day says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:11 pm

    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!

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  3. Morgan @ Some Kind of Sunshine says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    So cute. Love the fries ! Thanks 🙂

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  4. Elyse says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:27 pm

    Thanks so much for showing me how to work with rutabega! Seems so easy too! Perfect 🙂

    Reply
  5. Katy (The Singing Runner) says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:36 pm

    You are adorable! Love the video!!! I need to make these soon! 🙂

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  6. Shannon @ Philadelphia Phitness Pharmacy says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    Great Video! Can’t wait to try them!

    Reply
  7. Carrie says

    January 2, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    ahah you so cute- I will def try rutabaga! i never even knew it exsisted!

    Reply
  8. Anon says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    Nice! Do they taste similar to potatoes?

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    • peanutbutterfingers says

      January 2, 2011 at 6:24 pm

      ehhh they have more of a taste then potaotes. try parsnip fries first. they’re more potatoey tasting in my opinion!

      Reply
  9. Camille @ La Bella Vita says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    Great Video! I have never tried Rutabaga fries, but I might be able to persuade the hubby to give them a go.

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  10. Sarra says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:25 pm

    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

    Reply
  11. Lauren85 says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    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?

    Reply
    • peanutbutterfingers says

      January 2, 2011 at 6:23 pm

      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!

      Reply
  12. Alicia says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:30 pm

    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!

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  13. Christina says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:33 pm

    LOVED the video:)gonna have to make these soon
    p.s. your ring is a-ma-zing!!!

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  14. Megan says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:35 pm

    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??

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    • peanutbutterfingers says

      January 2, 2011 at 6:23 pm

      yep!

      Reply
  15. erica says

    January 2, 2011 at 4:51 pm

    i love your videos! hope you keep making ’em!
    i’ve got to try these fries…keeping my eye out for rutabagas!

    Reply
  16. Holly says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:14 pm

    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 🙂

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    • peanutbutterfingers says

      January 2, 2011 at 6:22 pm

      awesome suggestion! my mom has been raving about parchment paper. i need to get some!

      Reply
      • Gillian says

        January 3, 2011 at 3:12 am

        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!!

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  17. carlee says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:26 pm

    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!

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    • peanutbutterfingers says

      January 2, 2011 at 6:22 pm

      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.

      Reply
  18. Allison @ Happy Tales says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:36 pm

    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 🙂

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    • peanutbutterfingers says

      January 2, 2011 at 6:21 pm

      haha not if you do them in one take… they take 4 minutes! 🙂

      Reply
  19. Allison @ Happy Tales says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:37 pm

    aaaand by parsnip fries, I meant rutubaga fries…. I mean gosh, they’re only my fav!

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  20. AshleyG says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:46 pm

    Thank you for posting this video! Its always interesting to see the different things you can do with vegetables to make them more fun!

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  21. Lisa says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:48 pm

    I LOVEE when you do videos! More please! Making these tonight! =)

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  22. Holley says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    Thanks for posting the video! I had no idea what a rutabega even was 🙂 I’m definitely going to have to try these out…

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  23. Amy at TheSceneFromMe says

    January 2, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    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?

    Reply
  24. Kristy @ KristyRuns says

    January 2, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    Y’all are precious! Fries look so easy and delish! Gonna put these on the menu soon. 🙂

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  25. Alexandrina @ The Cardio Queen says

    January 2, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    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!

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  26. Kendra says

    January 2, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    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!!

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  27. Amber K says

    January 2, 2011 at 10:23 pm

    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!

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  28. Heather says

    January 2, 2011 at 11:28 pm

    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!

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  29. Hallie says

    January 3, 2011 at 1:04 am

    Long time reader, first time commenter and I just wanted to let you know that you are absolutely adorable and I loved the video!

    Reply
  30. Carm Hernandez says

    January 3, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    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.

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    • peanutbutterfingers says

      January 3, 2011 at 1:35 pm

      thanks! it was actually my wedding present from ryan. the brand is michele. 🙂

      Reply
  31. Marie says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:58 am

    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! 🙂

    Reply
  32. Racheal says

    January 5, 2011 at 7:31 pm

    love the video! You are quickly becoming my favorite blog. Thanks so much

    Reply
  33. Melissa says

    September 12, 2011 at 2:40 am

    I am a french fry addict so I will definitely need to make these! They seem like a good healthier option.

    Reply
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