Kitchen Scoop

How do you feel about beets? We suspect that beets are one of those polarizing vegetables that you either love or loathe. President Obama has gone on record as a confirmed beet-hater. Or it could be genetic. Beverly’s husband, his mother and all five of his siblings can’t bear to eat a beet.

However you feel about beets, roasting one is going to magnify your emotions. For a moment, let’s assume you are a beet lover. Roasting them concentrates the sugars, and the sweet results are sublime.

Here’s how to make two cups of roasted beets:

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If you’ve made our Classic Basil Pesto (and we surely hope you have!), you’re going to want some nifty ways to use it. First on our list would be this quick and easy Pesto Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes.

Here are our top 10 ways to use what we like to call Green Gold:

1. Stir 2 tablespoons into jarred marinara sauce. Serve over spaghetti.
2. Stir 1 tablespoon into scrambled eggs, just before serving.
3. Spread on warm focaccia and serve.
4. Spoon into mushroom caps, sprinkle with Parm and bake. Appetizer heaven!
5. Mix into fat-free cottage cheese, to taste, and serve atop sliced tomatoes.

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