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ruby sauced beets

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Recipe by
Lynette !
@breezermom
Gulf Breeze, FL

This is one of those recipes that always seemed to find it's way to the table at Holiday dinners.....probably because of the red color. All the kids would avoid it like crazy, but once they tried it.....thought it was delicious!

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yield 10 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ruby sauced beets

  • 2 Tbsp
    sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    cornstarch
  • 1 tsp
    cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1 1/3 c
    cranberry juice cocktail
  • 3 can
    sliced beets, drained (16 ounce cans)
  • 1/2 tsp
    orange rind, grated
  • orange slices, to garnish

How To Make ruby sauced beets

  • 1
    Combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a large saucepan; stir well.
  • 2
    Stir in the cranberry juice cocktail; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thickened and bubbly.
  • 3
    Gently stir in the beets and the orange rind. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer; uncovered, 10 minutes. Remove to a serving bowl. Garnish, if desired, with orange slices.
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