Beets 101-How to Freeze Beets

This is a video demonstration of how to freeze fresh beets. It's certainly not hard, but does take some effort. The steps are outlined below.

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Steps to freeze fresh beets:
1. Cut off the stems, leaving about 2 inches attached to the beet. Do not cut off the tap root.
2. Wash the beets, and do not peel them.
3. Put your washed beets in a pot and cover them with water, like you would boil a whole potato.
4. Boil the beets until they are tender, until a sharp knife can be easily inserted into the beet.
5. Transfer the beets from the boiling water to a bowl of cold water. Allow them to stay there until they are completely cooled.
6. Remove the beets from the cold water and place them on a cutting board or plate (a plate may be preferred since the beets may stain a cutting board).
7. Cut off the stems and tap root. Remove the skin, either with a paring knife, or by gently rubbing the beet with your fingers.
8. Cut the beets into desired size pieces and lay them so they don’t overlap on a parchment paper-lined tray or baking sheet.
9. Place the tray in the freezer and allow the beets to freeze. This may take about an hour.
10. Transfer the frozen beets to a freezer bag or container. Label them with the current date and use them within one year, for best quality. They will be edible beyond that, but the quality may deteriorate.
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