Mashed Rutabaga

2 large rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1" cubes
1/2 cup milk chocolate, or half and half
4 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1. Peel the turnips and cut into 1" cubes. 

2. Place them in a large sauce pan and cover with water.  

3. Bring them to a boil and then simmer, covered, until easily pierced with a fork, about 35 mintues. 

4. Drain rutabaga and puree with a stick blender or by hand with a potato masher.  Get them very                     smooth. 

5. Warm the milk and melt the butter together in a glass bowl in the microwave or in a saucepan on the              stove. 

6. Add the butter and milk, salt and pepper to the rutabaga and stir well to combine.  

7. Serve with crispy shallots if desired. 

This recipe was adapted from this one by Ina Garten.