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Hot To Boil Beets (Step by Step Instructions Included!)
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Boiling beets is probably the easiest way to prepare garden fresh beets. If you can boil water, you can cook a beet.
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hot to boil beets
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Prep Time1 hour 5 minutes
servings5 beets

Ingredients

  • 5 Beets large

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. There should be enough water to cover the beets.
  2. While the water is coming to a boil, trim off the root off the bottom of the beet as well as the stem and leaves Save the leaves to sautee, if you wish. Wash the beets if they are especially dirty.
  3. Once the water comes to a boil, add the beets to the pot and boil for 30 to 40 minutes. The larger the beets, the longer it will take to cook them.
  4. Insert a sharp knife into the beet and if it easily slides to the center of the beet, it is cooked.
  5. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the beets from the water.
  6. Transfer to a clean plate and allow them to cool for 15 minutes or until comfortable to handle.
  7. Remove the skin from the beets by pinching the skin loose from the beet.
  8. Finally, cut the cooled beets to your preferred sizes.
  9. Store sliced beets in an airtight container for  up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g
CourseSide Dishes
CuisineAmerican
KeywordHot To Boil Beets
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