Name: Perfect Roasted Beets

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds beets (about 3 large or 5 small-to-medium)
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt, to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 375º Fahrenheit.
• Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
• Scrub the beets well with a vegetable brush under running water (no need to peel them at any point).
• Using a sharp chef’s knife, slice off the base of each beet to create a flat surface, and slice off the skinny pointy ends as well.
• Place each beet with its flat side against the cutting board and slice the beets in half, then slice the beets into wedges of even thickness, about 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick on the widest edge.
• Place the beet wedges on the prepared baking sheet.
• Drizzle the beets with the olive oil and sprinkle with the salt.
• Toss until the beets are evenly coated, then arrange them in a single layer across the pan.
• Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, tossing halfway, until you’re able to pierce through the beets with a fork with light pressure.
• Season with additional salt, to taste, if desired, and serve.

Comments: 11/12/2023 - I did peel the beets. I tossed them with oil, but without salt. I roasted them for 40 minutes.
5/18/2024 - I did not peel the beets and omitted the salt. I used aluminum foil on the baking sheet. The beets were good.

Source: https://cookieandkate.com/perfect-roasted-beets/

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