The virtue of roots

Jennifer McClellan, AZ Republic, Dec 7, 2012, talks about Diane Morgan’s cookbook called Roots: The Definitive Compendium.

Roots can be gnarly and dirty-looking, but they cook into delicious hearty dishes such as borscht, and yam and sesame patties.

First, buy the root—then find a recipe. Even rutabagas can be a dessert, if you are feeling bold.

Roots have tons of vitamins and fiber. And the added plus of letting you freak out your friends.