Roasted Beets with Parsley
Gourmet
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3 pounds beets (10 to 15 medium) 1/4 cup packed fresh flat leafed parsley leaves 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Directions: Preheat oven to 475°F. Trim beets, leaving about 1 inch of stems attached. Wrap beets tightly in double layers of foil to make 3 packages and roast until tender, about 1 hour. When beets are cool enough to handle, slip off skins and stems and cut each beet into about 6 wedges. Beets may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled. covered. Transfer beets to a baking dish and cover with foil. Reduce temperature to 375°F and reheat beets until heated through, about 20 minutes. While beets are reheating, put parsley in a small bowl and with kitchen shears, very coarsely snip. Toss beets with butter, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Serves 8.
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