Whole Beet Skillet

Serves 2 - 4

4-6 medium beets with fresh greens
2 Tbsp butter
1-2 Tbsp lemon juice
1-2 Tbsp ginger root (peeled and minced)
1-2 Tbsp honey

Cut greens off beets, leaving about 1” of greens on them. Place beets in large saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until beets are tender when pricked with fork, 15-30 minutes, depending on size. While beets are cooking, remove stem from beet greens. Chop stems in 1” pieces. Chop greens separately. Drain the cooked beets and rinse with cold water. When beets have cooled enough to handle, slip peels off with fingers. Cut beets in slices. In saucepan sauté stems in 1-2 tablespoons butter until tender. Add greens and sauté until bright green and just tender. Add sliced beets and heat through. Stir in lemon juice, ginger and honey and serve immediately.

From Simply in Season by Mary Beth Lind and Cathleen Hockman-Wert

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