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cider-braised rutabagas and leeks

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Servings: 4

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Instructions

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Step 1

1 Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat 325 degrees

Step 2

2 In a large, deep skillet or a 3-quart ovenproof pot with a lid over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 4 minutes

Step 3

3 Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a plate

Step 4

4 Add the leeks to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are beginning to soften and turn brown, about 5 minutes

Step 5

5 Stir in the thyme and garlic, and cook until just fragrant, for about 1 minute, then stir in the rutabagas until well coated

Step 6

6 Season with the salt and a pinch of pepper

Step 7

7 Pour in the cider and bring to a simmer

Step 8

8 Return the bacon to the skillet, scattering it evenly over the vegetables

Step 9

9 Cover tightly and transfer to the oven to braise for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours, until the rutabaga is tender and has taken on an orange hue

Step 10

10 Midway through cooking, stir the vegetables and bacon

Step 11

11 Remove from the oven, taste and adjust the seasonings to taste

Step 12

12 Serve hot or warm