Roast Beef Puree

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 450 degree F.
2. 2
   Mix the oregano, thyme, fennel seed, coriander, rosemary, bay leaves and peppercorns together.
3. 3
   Place the beets in a roasting pan, and sprinkle with the the mixture of dried spices and herbs and drizzle with olive oil to coat.
4. 4
   Bake, uncovered, until tender when pierced with a fork (about 1 hour.)
5. 5
   When cool enough to handle, slip off the skins.
6. 6
   Quarter the beets and transfer them to a processor.
7. 7
   Process the beets until coarsely chopped.
8. 8
   Transfer them again to a small saucepan and stir over medium heat until heated through.
9. 9
   Add the butter and stir until glossy.
10. 10
    Season to taste with salt, and serve immediately.