Orange Beets

Directions

1. 1
   Leaving root and 1 inch of stem on beets, trim tops and scrub with a brush.
2. 2
   Place in a large saucepan, cover with water.
3. 3
   Bring to boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour or until tender.
4. 4
   Drain and rinse with cold water.
5. 5
   Drain, cool.
6. 6
   Trim off beet roots, rub off skins.
7. 7
   Cut beets into cubes to measure 3 1/2 cups.
8. 8
   Melt butter in a large nonstick frypan over medium heat.
9. 9
   Add beets, rind, and next 4 ingredients, (rind through pepper.) Bring to boil, cook until liquid is the consistency of a thin syrup (about 12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with almonds.