Beet Facts



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Beet facts and general information about Beets.







Beets are Available:

June-October

How do Beets Grow:

 Beets are root vegetables like carrots and turnips. 

What to Look for When Buying Beets:

Pick beets that are round and red. Although there are other varieties that come in different colors. Avoid dry or cracked beets.

Beets Storage Tips:

Store beets in refrigerator

How to Cook Beets:

Boil in large pot of water until tender, 30-35 minutes. Or, bake whole at 400 degrees for 1 hour, until tender. Slip off outer skin and use in cooking or eat as is.

Try Terra Sweets and Beets Chips

Beet Nutrition Facts:

Beets are high in Vitamin C and folate.

Beet Recipe: Borscht

Pork roast, cooked and shredded or cubed
3 carrots, diced
5 potatoes, diced
2 beets, peeled and shredded
Green cabbage - ½ head, shredded
Onion, chopped
1-2 Cups tomato juice
2 chicken bouillon cubes
Wrap two beets in foil and roast at 400 degrees for 1 hour until a fork pierces the skin. Cool, peel, and shred or chop in food processor. Chop potatoes in cubes, slice carrots, chop cabbage, and chop onion. Place all vegetables in large pot. Add cooked meat and beets to pot. Cover with water and cook on medium to low for one hour. Add bouillon, tomato juice and pepper. Taste to see if it needs any more seasonings. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or dried parsley if fresh isn’t available.


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