Beets

20 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 25 min

“Canned beets never tasted so good.” - by Michele O'Sullivan

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) can sliced beets, drained with liquid reserved
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tart green apple, peeled and sliced

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Original recipe yields 4 servings

Directions

In a large skillet over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup of the beet liquid, lemon juice, salt, brown sugar and cornstarch; mix well. Cook, stirring, until thickened and clear. Stir in beets and apple. Reduce heat to low and gently simmer for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
66 cal
3%

Fat
0.2 g
< 1%

Carbs
16.6 g
5%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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WILLOWSCHNELL

Aug. 8, 2005

"They tasted really good, and I hate beets. My husband almost threw up though, but he detests beets... I made him try it to set a good example for our 3 year old. Our 1 year old LOVES them!!! The longe..." See morer you simmer them, the better they taste. I made them an hour ahead of time, and just warmed them up, and they were better than when I first cooked them. Nice recipe!"

HYGEIA

Mar. 27, 2008

"I loved this recipe. The color of the dish is so beautiful to compliment a holiday meal. The sauce thickens up nicely and the flavors are wonderful...." See more"

ELFINDANCER

Oct. 21, 2002

"If you MUST eat beets, this is the way to go. It seems I went temporarily insane while at the grocery and picked up a can of beets. But, after desperately searching for a recipe that would make be..." See moreets NOT taste like beets, I found it! I went a little heavy on the apple. :) hehe"

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