Mashed Rutabagas

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and cut rutabagas.
2. 2
   Place cut rutabagas in pot and cover with salted water.
3. 3
   Boil. (According to my great aunts there are two vegetables that one can over cook--the lowly ruta and artichokes.)
4. 4
   Drain water so that you retain about half a cup. Add butter. Mash. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
5. 5
   Si mangia.