Here’s a classic Harvard Beets recipe—sweet, tangy, and perfect as a side dish. 🍯
🍴 Harvard Beets Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked or canned sliced beets
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in brown sugar and vinegar until sugar dissolves.
- Add beets
- Add the cooked or canned beets to the sauce.
- Stir gently to coat.
- Optional thickening
- If you want a slightly thicker glaze, dissolve cornstarch in 1–2 tbsp cold water and stir into the pan.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve
- Serve warm as a side dish to meat, poultry, or even a holiday meal.
✅ Tip: Harvard Beets taste even better if left to sit for 30 minutes, letting the sweet and tangy flavors meld.
If you want, I can also give you a quick 10-minute version using canned beets that’s just as delicious. Do you want me to share it?
