Maple Glazed Beets

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. 2
   Place the beets in a roasting pan.
3. 3
   Dot with 1 tablespoon of margarine, and roast the beets, covered, for about 30 minutes.
4. 4
   Melt the other 2 tablespoons of margarine in the microwave.
5. 5
   Stir in the maple syrup and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice.
6. 6
   Pour this mixture over the beets.
7. 7
   Bake, covered, for another 30 minutes, or until the beets are tender and the sauce is thick.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with the lemon zest and serve.