Roast Beetroot

Directions

1. 1
   Wipe all traces of mud from the beetroot trying not to break the skin or root.
2. 2
   Trim any large leaves (if they are really fresh you can cook them like spinach and toss them in melted butter).
3. 3
   Put the beetroot in a basin.
4. 4
   Pour over a little oil and shred the thyme over them.
5. 5
   Add a few pinches of salt then toss gently.
6. 6
   Put the beetroot in a roasting tin with a couple of tablespoons of water.
7. 7
   Cover with foil and roast until the beets are soft.
8. 8
   This will take anything from 30 minutes to an hour depending on their size.
9. 9
   Remove the foil toss the vegetables around in the pan squeeze in a little lemon juice then return to the oven for 10 to 15 minutes till sizzling.
10. 10
    A neat side dish for a Sunday roast. Avoid cooking the beetroot round the joint they will turn the roast potatoes pink.