Roasting is a quick, easy method for preparing beets that brings out their full, earthy flavor. You can use a similar method for cooking carrots, parsnips, and other root vegetables.
1.
Trim away the tops, leaving an inch or so of stem in place.
2.
Make a half-inch slice through the tough skin of each beet, which will allow steam to escape during cooking.
3. Place the beets, a few at a time, on sheets of foil.
4. Fold the foil to form sealed packets. and place on a baking sheet.
5. Test for doneness by lifting away the foil and piercing a beet with a wooden skewer. The beets should feel tender, with a texture similar to cooked potato.
6.When the beets are cool enough to handle, trim away the top and root ends.
7.
Remove the peel with a small, sharp knife.
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