I realize that few foods illicit a stronger response than beets. It's one of those foods that most people either love or hate, but that, without question, generate much enthusiasm! (Sounds like some people I know...) Perhaps that's because they "taste like dirt" (thanks, Marion Peppers!). I actually like beets, so I am on a mission to contribute recipes that loosen people up a bit on this topic. After all, they're so good for you, and how can anything pink be bad?
One more comment on this recipe: It passed the potluck test. If you can take BEETS to potluck and they are consumed (emptied!) - THEY WIN (hands down).
Creamed Beets
2 cans Beets, chopped
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
⅓ cup cashews
1. Saute onion in the oil until onions soften completely or even brown slightly.
2. Drain beets into a blender. Blend cashews into this purple-red liquid until very smooth. (It may help make it smoother if you blend for 2 or 3 minutes with about half of the liquid first.)
3. Combine all in a pot and bring to a boil. "Cook down" a bit, to blend flavors, about 3-5 minutes.
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