CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND BEETS

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As retired farmers, my husband and I enjoy delicious, down-home foods. These onions and beets have just the right amount of sweetness, so they complement a variety of main dishes.-Violet Klause, Onoway, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pounds whole fresh beets (about 12 medium), trimmed and cleaned
6 medium onions, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup red wine or cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place beets in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 35-40 minutes or until tender. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid; cool slightly. Peel and quarter beets; set aside., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender; add sugar and vinegar. Cover and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until onions are golden brown, stirring frequently., Add the beets, salt, pepper and reserved cooking liquid to skillet; cover and cook for 5 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Victor Udomfang
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I love the way the caramelized onions and beets complement each other. They're a perfect match.


John Vary
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This dish is so versatile. You can serve it as a side dish, a main course, or even as a topping for pizza or pasta.


Ritika Maharjan
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover beets.


Afzal Awan
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Apploo King
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I've made this dish several times and I've never been disappointed. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Gadra Vanessa
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This dish is perfect for a fall dinner. The warm, earthy flavors of the onions and beets are perfect for a cool autumn evening.


Shahul Bowjiya
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I love the way the caramelized onions and beets look on a plate. They're so colorful and vibrant.


Ashen Sooriyaarachchi
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Ben Cheadle
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I'm not a huge fan of beets, but this dish is amazing. The caramelized onions really balance out the sweetness of the beets.


Irfan Kharal
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Kristine Stoeklen
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This dish is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I highly recommend it!


Kelvin Pedro
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I love this recipe! The caramelized onions and beets are a perfect combination of sweet and savory. I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great.


CRP Gaming
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These caramelized onions and beets are amazing! I made them last night and they were a huge hit with my family. The onions are perfectly caramelized and the beets are tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again soon.