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small plate with harvard beets

Easy Harvard Beets

Diana
Discover the deliciousness of Harvard beets with our easy recipe. Sweet and tangy, they're the perfect side dish for any occasion.
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Servings 6 servings
Calories 183
Course Beets
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup white vinegar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 cans beets, (about 16 ounces each) sliced, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  • Prepare the Sauce: Combine the sugar and cornstarch in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the vinegar and water and place over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until the mixture is thickened.
  • Make Harvard Beets: Add the sliced or diced beets and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for 15 to 20 minutes or until nicely glazed with the sauce. Add the butter and add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 322mgFiber: 3gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 207IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword harvard beets, sweet and sour beets
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