In California, several varieties of beets are grown, each with its own unique flavor profile and culinary uses. Here are some common varieties and suggestions for how to use them: Red Beets: Red beets are perhaps the most common variety cultivated in California. They have a sweet, earthy flavor and a vibrant red-purple color. Red...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar 4 tablespoons walnut oil 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and freshly ground black pepper 12 medium roasted beets, cooled, peeled and cubed* 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts Blue cheese, crumbled into large chunks METHOD: Put garlic, red wine vinegar, walnut oil, Dijon mustard,...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 3 lb. beets, greens removed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 bunch watercress, washed and stemmed 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, if desired (optional) METHOD: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F....Read More

“We’ve decided to give our recipe to the Universe (and to you), so if you’re seriously addicted to it like we are, you can make it at home. Some batches might be crunchier than others which is just fine — it’s still delicious. And if you do encounter a soft batch now and again, simply...Read More

Red Ace is the most commonly grown beet in the U.S., but you can also get rainbow, orange, and yellow beets at the farmers market. These beets are equally delicious as a hot side dish or chilled to top a salad. INGREDIENTS: 8 whole fresh beets 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons cornstarch Freshly ground pepper...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 – 3 lbs. baby beets, cooked and sliced 3/4 cup fresh orange juice Zest of 1 orange 1 tablespoon cornstarch 4-inch vanilla bean, cut in half (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract) Pinch of cardamom Salt and white pepper to taste METHOD: Prepare beets. Set aside. Place 1/2 cup orange juice, orange zest,...Read More

This recipe was given to me many years ago by an elderly farmer’s wife and has been one of my ‘must-do’ yearly canning recipes. If you have a large number of beets, just keep repeating brine until your beets are all gone! Enjoy!” — SHARON HOWARD INGREDIENTS: 10 lbs. fresh small beets, stems removed 2...Read More

Tangy pickled beets are always a welcome treat with a meal or served on a salad. INGREDIENTS: 8 medium fresh beets 1 cup vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 1-1/2 teaspoons whole cloves 1-1/2 teaspoons whole allspice 1/2 teaspoon salt METHOD: Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 inch. Place beets in a large saucepan. Add water...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 16 ounces fresh drinking water 2 apples, cut up 2 small beets, cut up 2-inch piece ginger METHOD: Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender or VitaMix. Blend. Pour through a strainer before serving.Read More

Any beets will do, but the golden beets are lighter tasting than red and look lovely with the kale. Much of the success of this dish relies on really tender kale. Scotch kale was used, but Russian would work as well. INGREDIENTS: Salad 1 bunch of golden beets, tops removed with 1 inch of stem...Read More