Beets are one of "those" vegetables that damaged many folks as children -- fleeing childhood memories of overly sour, rubbery pickled beets or badly made borscht, many of my cohorts cringe at mention of the word and refuse to entertain eating beets of any sort.
Tragic to say the least -- a well made borscht tastes incredible, and properly pickled beets are a joy. Fresh beats, steamed or grilled, are tasty, tender and delicious. Beets are sweet, like carrots, and very nutritious.
Beets are gracing the tables of "high end" restaurants all over the bay area in salads, purees, sauces and small plates. What are you waiting for - get cooking!
Beet History & Recipes
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