In reference to the couple of questions...
There is a difference between rutabaga and turnip in flavor and color. Rutabagas are actually a yellow flesh turnip. They are a bit more mild/sweeter less peppery in flavor than the white and purple turnip. Rutabaga are yellow/purple.
I get my rutabagas at an international market, but I am having problems finding jicama lately. I am thinking it's a seasonal thing, because they were in abundance until a couple of months ago, now I can't find them anywhere.
Also, rhubarb is just coming into season most places, so keep your eye open for fresh at the markets. I have finally gotten some at a "reasonable" price. And the season is fairly short (at least around here) so grab it while you can. It freezes real well. I chop it into 1" pieces and put it in ziploc in the freezer. Or I cook it down and put it in plastic containers to add to my jello or whatever.
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