Raisin-Sauced Beets
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INGREDIENTS 1 (16-ounce) can sliced beets (2 cups)
1/3 cup raisins1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter or margarineDrain beets, reserving 1/3 cup liquid.
In medium saucepan combine reserved beet liquid and raisins. Cover; simmer over low heat until raisins are plumped, about 5 minutes.
Combine sugar and cornstarch; stir into raisins in pan. Add lemon juice and butter; cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened. Stir in beets and simmer until mixture is heated through, about 5 minutes.
If desired, garnish with a twist of lemon.
Makes 4 servings