Steamed Beets

Instead of boiling them, steam, roast, or grate beets for less mess and more flavor.

YIELD 8

TIME 45 minutes

Steamed Beets photo

Why This Recipe Works

Gather Your Ingredients

Before You Begin

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Be careful not to let the pan run out of water during this long steaming process. To make sure you don't forget, place marbles below the steamer basket before steaming - they will stop jiggling when the pan is dry.

Instructions

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Place beets in steamer basket set in large saucepan with 1 inch of water. Bring to boil; steam over high heat until beets can easily be pierced with thin knife, 30 to 45 minutes, depending on beet size. Drain, cool slightly, and remove skins. Serve or use in related recipes.

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