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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