How to Cook Beets
These are the two easiest ways to prepare beets, by steaming and roasting. Once you realize how easy it is, you'll be making them all the time!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Author: Katie Clack
Steamed Beets
Scrub the beets under cold water.
Trim the stems and root tip from the beets and cut in half or quarters.
In a medium sauce pan, fill with 1-2 inches of water and place on high heat. Insert steamer basket. Place beet halves into steamer basket and secure with tight fitting lid.
Steam for 15 minutes, or until you can pierce the beets easily with a fork or paring knife.
Rub each piece with a paper towel while still warm in order to remove the skins. Enjoy!
Roasted Beets
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Scrub the beets under cold water.
Trim the stems and root tip from the beets and cut in half or quarters.
Place beets on a cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Roast for 30-45 minutes or until beets are easily pierced with fork or paring nife.
Rub each piece with a paper towel while still warm in order to remove the skins. Enjoy!