citrius and honey beets

6 Pinches
Updated on Sep 13, 2015

Food Network Magazine, October 2015. Reynolds Slow Cooker Favorites.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 6 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield Makes four servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds medium red beets
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon crushed coriander seed
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • - kosher salt

How To Make citrius and honey beets

  • Step 1
    Add beets, oil, vinegar, honey, coriander seeds, peppercorns, and 1 teaspoon salt to slow cooker.
  • Step 2
    Cover and cook on low until beets are tender, about 6 hours.
  • Step 3
    When beets are cool enough to handle but not still hot, peel them using paper towels to wipe skins from the flesh. Cut them into wedges and toss with dressing.
  • Step 4
    Dressing: Whisk together 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, salt and pepper in a small bowel and reserve for step 3.
  • Step 5
    To serve, place watercress on a large platter, scatter with the beets and dressing and sprinkle with pistachios on top.

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