Glazed Beets Recipe

I consider beets to be another one of the super-vegetables. Rich in iron, folate, potassium and other vitamins, they abound in specific health benefits as well. Beets improve circulation, clean the blood, and aid with constipation and liver ailments. They are strengthening for women's hormones and menstrual cycles, and if used with carrots help balance hormones during menopause. This recipe yields a delicious side dish, which can stand alone or be used on salads, or served with sautéed greens. These keep well, so consider doubling the recipe if you like beets.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 medium sized beets, scrubbed, peeled (optional) and cut in quarters
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 shallot, sliced thin
• 1 clove garlic, chopped fine
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
• Sea salt

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 375'

Place a sheet of foil on a baking tray and loosely wrap beets, sealing the edges of the foil. Bake 20 minutes.

Open the foil. Add the olive oil, shallot, garlic, vinegar, rosemary and a pinch of sea salt to the beets, tossing well.

Bake an additional 15 minutes, or until fork tender.

Serves 4

Copyright 2007 by Jen Hoy

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