HARVARD BEETS

The bright citrusy flavors make these beets an ideal companion for down-to-earth entrees. Even non-beet lovers enjoy them.

—Jean Ann Perkins, Newburyport, MD


Takes: 15 min. • Makes: 4-6 servings

1 can (16 oz.) sliced beets

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 tsp. cornstarch

2 Tbsp. vinegar

2 Tbsp. orange juice

1 Tbsp. grated orange zest

Drain beets, reserving 2 Tbsp. juice; set beets and juice aside. In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Add vinegar, orange juice and beet juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until thickened. Add the beets and orange zest; heat through.

Per serving: 61 cal., 0 fat (0 sat. fat), 0 chol., 147mg sod., 15g carb. (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g pro.