Wash rutabaga, peel, and cut into 2 inch chunks
Peel and cut into chunks
Place vegetables in salted water, making sure they are completely covered
Heat on high until fully boiling
Then reduce heat to medium-low and cover with a lid (keep an eye out to make sure it continues to simmer and bubble, if it does not, raise temperature slightly)
Simmer until fork easily slides through a rutabaga piece, then it is ready
Drain all but ½ cup of the cooking liquid
Add dairy-free milk
If you want to add garlic, now is the time to do it (optional)
Mash with a potato masher or potato ricer and add salt and pepper to taste
Serve immediately, great as a leftover, easily frozen