Carrie Fehr

Kitchen Garden Food

Tag: Beets

June 24, 2017

Beet Ketchup

Beets and ketchup may seem like an unlikely pair, but this intriguing sweet and tangy flavor combination, will truly make your taste buds come alive. If you’re a newcomer to beetroot, it’s a wonderful way to introduce this vegetable, that is by no means fancy, and is often misunderstood.

Bright and zesty with a hint of spice, this home-made ketchup is great slathered on any sandwich, over a side of sweet potato fries, and is a fantastic barbecue sauce for grilling.  Serve, as a dip for spring rolls, or over eggs—the possibilities are endless.

How do you prepare beets?  Do you have a creative way that encourages children to taste them?  I would love to hear your story.

To find out how students in the cooking classroom explore beets, click here.

Beet Ketchup

Beet Ketchup with Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients:

3 medium-sized beets, diced

1 onion, diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup honey

1 ¾ cups balsamic vinegar

2 cloves

1 cinnamon stick

¼ tsp powdered mustard

Directions:

Place all the ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce heat to a simmer.  Simmer until liquid reduces by half, about 1 hour.

Remove spices and place ketchup into a blender and purée until smooth.  The consistency will be thick, smooth, and shiny.

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May 19, 2016

The Present Moment: Juicing

Juicing

“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it. (21)”― Thich Nhat Hanh, Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life.

Sometimes, there are unimaginable moments in life, when being present with the truth feels overwhelming and out of our reach. A devastating heartbreak, the sudden death of a friend, or loss of a job can leave us feeling vulnerable and lost.

Our body is a powerful communicator and will intuitively discern how to navigate these unexpected challenges in life, cycling through various states of mind.  Have patience and trust in it.

Practicing mindful breathing will help to calm your body and gently redirect awareness back into the present moment.  Setting an intention will allow a deeper connection to the inner beauty that exists within.  Hold it, and savor this gift.

Embracing your strength and courage to stay in the present will unfold an infinite treasure like a flower petal blooming.  If you focus your attention in the moment, you will be totally present.

Juicing is a lovely practice of mindfulness that not only results in a masterpiece of color, flavor, and imagination, but will reward you with a healthy blast of energy to enjoy in the stillness of the moment “tout seul,” or in the company of a friend.

Have you ever felt lost? What did you do to find your way back to your center?  I’d love to hear what helped you the most?

Carrot-Beet Juice

Carrot-Beet Juice

Ingredients:

6 carrots

1 beetroot, golden or purple

Directions:

Cut the carrots into 3 inch pieces.  Cut the beet into narrow chunks.  Process the vegetables in the juicer. Makes about 8 ounces.

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February 2, 2016

Beet Ketchup

Beets and ketchup may seem like an unlikely pair, but this intriguing sweet and tangy flavor combination, will truly make your taste buds come alive. If you’re a newcomer to beetroot, it’s a wonderful way to introduce this vegetable, that is by no means fancy, and is often misunderstood.

Bright and zesty with a hint of spice, this home-made ketchup is great slathered on any sandwich, over a side of sweet potato fries, and is a fantastic barbecue sauce for grilling.  Serve, as a dip for spring rolls, or over eggs—the possibilities are endless.

How do you prepare beets?  Do you have a creative way that encourages children to taste them?  I would love to hear your story.

To find out how students in the cooking classroom explore beets, click here.

Beet Ketchup

Beet Ketchup with Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients:

3 medium-sized beets, diced

1 onion, diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup honey

1 ¾ cups balsamic vinegar

2 cloves

1 cinnamon stick

¼ tsp powdered mustard

Directions:

Place all the ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce heat to a simmer.  Simmer until liquid reduces by half, about 1 hour.

Remove spices and place ketchup into a blender and purée until smooth.  The consistency will be thick, smooth, and shiny.

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May 19, 2014

Beet Ketchup

Beets and ketchup may seem like an unlikely pair, but this intriguing sweet and tangy flavor combination, will truly make your taste buds come alive. If you’re a newcomer to beetroot, it’s a wonderful way to introduce this vegetable, that is by no means fancy, and is often misunderstood.

Bright and zesty with a hint of spice, this home-made ketchup is great slathered on any sandwich, over a side of sweet potato fries, and is a fantastic barbecue sauce for grilling.  Serve, as a dip for spring rolls, or over eggs—the possibilities are endless.

How do you prepare beets?  Do you have a creative way that encourages children to taste them?  I would love to hear your story.

To find out how students in the cooking classroom explore beets, click here.

Beet Ketchup

Beet Ketchup with Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients:

3 medium-sized beets, diced

1 onion, diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup honey

1 ¾ cups balsamic vinegar

2 cloves

1 cinnamon stick

¼ tsp powdered mustard

Directions:

Place all the ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce heat to a simmer.  Simmer until liquid reduces by half, about 1 hour.

Remove spices and place ketchup into a blender and purée until smooth.  The consistency will be thick, smooth, and shiny.

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