Roasted Beets

Beet roots can be cooked in a variety of ways (or even eaten raw), but roasting best brings out their natural sweetness.

1 lb small beets, (about 5), well-scrubbed

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Wrap beets in 2 or 3 packets of foil. Place on a baking sheet; bake until beets are slightly soft to the touch, 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on their size.

Cool beets in packets, then rub off skins (use a paring knife for tough spots).