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Can I freeze basil? What is a sunchoke? How can I tell if a cantaloupe is ripe? Answers to these questions and more can be found in our handy produce guide.
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featured ingredients
Beets
A cup of raw beets has just 58 calories. The root and greens are an excellent source of folate, potassium, manganese, magnesium, Iron and vitamin C.
Unwashed beets can be stored in the refrigerator for two to four weeks and sometimes even longer. Remove leaves and most of the stem to prevent moisture from being pulled from the root. Greens can be kept separately in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for approximately four days. Unwashed beet roots can be stored up to 4-5 months by covering them with sand or sawdust and storing in a moist, cool spot (35 to 40 degrees F).
Raw beets do not freeze well, though cooked beets can be frozen. Cooked beets can also be dried: cool, peel, and cut the beet into strips. In addition, beets can be canned and pickled.
Shred beets and toss with a bit of vinegar for a delightful salad. Peel beets before preparing.
