Beets With Lemon And Olive Oil - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 medium beets (2-inches of green tops left on)
3 Tbsp. olive oil
5 Tbsp. lemon juice
salt and pepper

Preparation

Bring a large quantity of water to the boil.
Add the beets and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes until done; drain.
Slip off skin. Slice or quarter the beets.
When ready to serve, heat olive oil (use butter if you wish) in a large pan.
Add the beets and heat thoroughly.
Blend in the lemon juice, salt and pepper.
Makes 4 to 5 servings.