Available all year long, beets are best from June through December.
Cut off the green tops (leave an inch of stem to prevent bleeding and flavor loss) and scrub.
Wrap clean beets in foil and bake in the oven until soft (45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours) at 400°F (200°C). Cool slightly and peel off skins, then slice and salt and pepper to taste. Add a vinaigrette and sliced onions for a delicious salad.
Beets are an excellent source of folic acid and a good source of potassium and vitamin C.
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