Heat the oven to 400 F.
First, wash the beets. If leaving stems intact, trim to a reasonable length and ensure they are free of dirt.
1 lb beets
Next, peel the outer skin off the beet with a vegetable peeler.
Arrange the beets in a single layer on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2 TBSP Olive Oil, 1 Teaspoon salt, ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
Roast the beets in the oven, uncovered for 35 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a fork or sharp knife into the beet.
If the knife or fork does not easily slide to the center of the beet, roast for an additional 10 minutes. Repeat until beets are roasted through.