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Steamed Beets with Tarragon

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These beets would be a great way to liven up simple roasted meats such as pork and chicken.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    25 min

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

1 bunch beets
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into bits
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel beets and halve lengthwise.

    Step 2

    Slice beets crosswise 1/8 inch thick and steam on a rack set over boiling water, covered, until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Toss with remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste until butter is melted.

TagsBeetRoot VegetableVegetableTarragonHerbs & SpicesShallotSideDinnerVegetarianGluten FreeNut FreeQuickEasy30 Minutes or LessSteamGourmet
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