Beets with Greens Slivered Apricots Recipe

Beets With Greens Slivered Apricots Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 1 medium bunch beets with greens
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup dried apricots
• salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F
2. Remove the greens from the beets and wash them well, then cut them crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips
3. Set aside
4. Scrub the beets well
5. Wrap the beets tightly in aluminum foil and bake until tender, about 1 hour
6. While the beets are roasting, place the apricots in a small heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water to soften, about 10 minutes
7. Drain and cut into thin slivers and set aside
8. When the beets are roasted, unwrap them and set them aside to cool
9. When cool enough to handle, peel the beets and cut them into 1/4-inch-thick slices and set aside
10. In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, sugar and sliced apricots and bring to a boil
11. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes
12. Set aside
13. Place the reserved greens in a skillet with 2 tablespoons of water
14. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook until the greens are wilted and the liquid is evaporated, about 2 minutes
15. Stir the apricot-lemon mixture into the greens and season with salt and pepper to taste
16. Add the beet slices and cook until they are heated through, about 3 minutes
17. Serve immediately

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