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Who would think that beets would be our new favorite vegetable? My husband and I cannot get enough of the pickled beets at Bona Fide Deluxe. They’re served with a pink peppercorn ranch dressing.

I had about 4 pounds of beets and that made 5 pints of marinated beets. The beets (bulbs only) are boiled in lightly salted water until tender when pierced with an ice pick. Exact time for boiling ...

The great thing about beets is they're available all year long, and while they are quite versatile, pickling them is the most popular way to cook this colorful veggie. It's no wonder! The flavors in ...

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The first time I saw hard-boiled eggs that had been pickled in beet juice, I found them a bit garish. But the pickling process both gives a slight tang to, and further firms up the whites to make them ...

Unfortunately you've used all of your gifts this month. Your counter will reset on the first day of next month. Red and golden pickled beets, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese rest on a bed ...

Pickling beets preserves all the health benefits of beets in a convenient form. They provide a low-fat source of energy with valuable nutrients and fiber. The health benefits of beets include ...

4 medium beets, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes Instructions: Boil the beets in a saucepan until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve beets. Bring vinegar, sugar and spices to a simmer in a ...