Swede Casserole

Delight your taste buds with this comforting Swede Casserole, a creamy and golden-baked dish that’s the perfect blend of hearty root vegetables and indulgent flavors. Featuring mashed swede (rutabaga) and potatoes enriched with heavy cream, butter, and a hint of nutmeg, this casserole gets its irresistible texture and crunch from a Parmesan and breadcrumb topping baked to perfection. Ideal as a satisfying side dish or a standalone vegetarian option, this recipe combines rustic simplicity with a touch of elegance. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, it’s a crowd-pleasing favorite that brings warmth to any meal. Whether you're looking for something unique to serve at family dinners or festive gatherings, this swede casserole is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 large (about 1.2 kg) swede (rutabaga)
• 2 medium (about 400 g) potato
• 120 ml heavy cream
• 60 g butter
• 1 large egg
• 60 g breadcrumbs
• 30 g grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a medium-sized casserole dish with a small amount of butter or olive oil.

Step 2

Peel the swede and potatoes, then dice them into medium-sized chunks for even cooking.

Step 3

Place the swede and potato chunks into a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the cooked vegetables and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Mash them thoroughly using a potato masher or a hand mixer until smooth.

Step 5

Stir in the heavy cream, butter, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Once cooled slightly, crack the egg into the mashed mixture and stir quickly to incorporate. The residual warmth of the mash will help bind everything together.

Step 7

Transfer the mash mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy this warm, hearty casserole as a side dish or on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1026g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2034.1

Total Fat 117.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.0g
Cholesterol 414.5mg	0%
Sodium 5586.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 42.6g	0%

Vitamin D 63.4IU	0%
Calcium 438.5mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 3060.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 40.8%