Orange-Glazed Beets Recipe

Summary

Servings6Cuisine

Ingredients

 Beets1 1⁄2 Pound
 Reduced-calorie margarine2 Tablespoon
 Cornstarch2 Teaspoon
 Sugar1 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄8 Teaspoon
 Cider vinegar1 Teaspoon
 Grated orange rind2 Teaspoon
 Unsweetened orange juice1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 77 Calories from Fat 17

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 2 g2.9%

Saturated Fat 0.26 g1.3%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 171.9 mg7.2%

Total Carbohydrates 14 g4.7%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.5%

Sugars 8.7 g

Protein 2 g3.8%

Vitamin A 0.9% Vitamin C 21.9%

Calcium 2.1% Iron 5.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. Scrub and clean the beets with a vegetable brush.
2. Cut leaving root and 1 inch of stem on beets.
3. Place beets in a saucepan; cover with water, and bring to a boil.
4. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 35 to 40 minutes or until tender, drain.
5. Rinse beets with cold water, and drain again.
6. Trim off beetroots and stems, and rub off skins, cut beets into 1/4-inch slices.
7. Melt margarine in a heavy saucepan over low heat, stir in remaining ingredients except beets.
8. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.
9. Add beets, stirring gently to coat, cook over low heat 3 to 5 minutes.
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