Red Beets
- Known for its source of antioxidants which fight cancer
- High in folic acid
Wash and cook in water until a fork goes through them, drain, cool and peel beets with your hands. Eat cold as is or slice in salad. Delicious with salt. Red beet greens are also very delicious and can be used in cold salads or mixed in a stir fry.
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Ak said,
I find roasting easier and less messy than boiling. Put in casserole container at low temp (350) in a small amount of water, not quite covering the beets. Cover with foil and let them cook for an hour or more (until soft).
Cut beet greens off, leaving about 1 inch. Scrub beets, but don't peel. Wrap each beet in foil. Place wrapped beets in an oven proof dish and bake at around 400 degrees for an hour or so for medium-large beets. (their done when easily pierced). Leave in foil until ready to use (they'll hold in the fridge for a week). When you want to use them, the skin can just be rubbed off!