Beets

I've been on a crazy beet kick lately. There so delicious, sweet and crispy. They are very quickly becoming one of my dinner time favorites. I think what I like most about them is the color. The rich red purple which leaks everywhere when you cut into them is very beautiful.Once I had them in the North end in Boston, they had soaked them in mint water - it was absolutely delicious. The sweet minty flavor is something I've always wanted to replicate, but have never dared to try. A fresh bouquet of mint sprigs, and a little time is probably all you need.This is my first foray into beets. I'd never eaten them when I was little, so imagine my surprise when I learned they turn your pee pink!