Vitamin And Nutrition By Beets

Beets are one of the most unpopular items in the grocery store. That became evident to me after heading to my local grocery store and picking up some beets and having the cash register lady ask me what they were. I can’t believe that she had to ask me what they were! After doing a little bit of research it became pretty evident that people didn’t know what beets were and that they didn’t know how to cook them.

Beets are delicious, and they have been used for ages. Beets can help get rid of infections, tumors, fevers and other known ailments. The Romans made beets popular by using it for a natural laxative. Not only are the a great digestive aid, but they are known to cure many blood related problems. Rich in vitamins C an A, as well as potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium. South Africa has been using beetroots to help those combat the feelings that are associated with AIDs.

Here are the best ways to cook and use beets, watch out you may fall in love with memberfire beets.

Make sure that you remove the leaves from the beat and wash them thoroughly before you begin cooking. Make sure you wash them properly, if you don’t you will be cooking with dirt! After that you can place your trimmed beets into a roasting pan, be sure to add a little water to the dish so that the beets are steamed properly. Roast the beets for 30 to 45 minutes with the pan covered with foil or until you can fully pierce the beets with a knife.

Boiling is another successful cooking method that is faster than roasting, simply place them into boiling water for twenty to thirty minutes. If you decide to use a microwave instead, add a little bit of water and cook them for 8 to 15 minutes depending on your microwave.

Do you want an exciting beet? Then add some flavor to it such as orange juice or ginger, or even both if you want some more excitement. For an even different experience dress the beats in a vinaigrette, serving warm or at room temperature. If you are looking for a hearty salad add a little bit of sweet onion, hard boiled egg, and parsley.

Salads are a great way to introduce someone to beets. Start by removing the leaves and cutting the beets into 1 inch cuts. Again make sure they are clean. After that add them to a boiling water pan and let them cook 40 minutes to 1 hour. Remember that the larger the beet or chunks of beets the longer the cooking time needed.

After the beets have been thoroughly cooked through, it’s best to put the beets into the fridge for a little while after they have been thoroughly cooked. Now is a good time to remove the beets skin as they are too delicate right after being boiled. It’s best to use a smaller knife than a peeler. The reason a peeler doesn’t work is due to how soft the beets get after being boiled. This will be very messy and you will get beet juice all over. Make sure that you wear clothing that you don’t care about or that is old. After you’ve peeled the beets, grate them, add some fresh garlic and salt, and mayonnaise for dressing, mix up the salad with a spoon or dish! An easy dish using beets.