Best Harvard Beets Diabetic Recipes

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HARVARD BEETS (VEGAN AND SUGAR FREE)



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I love Harvard Beets so thought I'd make my own version from scratch . These remind me of a jar red rubies. Keep in mind that these are relatively sweet. I prefer to eat these cold, I think they taste better.

Provided by Jo Zimny

Categories     Vegetables

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

FOR THE BEETS
2 c beets, peeled and diced
enough water to cover (note you may need to add more over the cooking process)
FOR THE SAUCE
2 tsp organic cornstarch
1/4 c (plus two teaspoons) xylitol
1/4 c liquid from beets
2 Tbsp white vinegar
2 Tbsp earth balance, vegan buttery spread

Steps:

  • 1. Peel and dice the raw beets. (Cook them completely if you are going to use the left over liquid from the beets because you will need it to mix in the rest of the ingredients.)
  • 2. Cook the diced beets in a covered sauce pan for about 30 minutes or until tender. Check the beets every 10 minutes to make sure the water hasn't evapourated on you. And remember you will need at least 1/4 cup of liquid when they are done cooking, so add more water to the pot if need be.
  • 3. Once the beets are done, In another saucepan, mix the cornstarch and xylitol. Add the beet liquid and heat on med. low until thickened.
  • 4. Add the vinegar and Earth Balance and cook a little longer, but be careful not to let it thicken too much.
  • 5. Stir the red beet liquid into the cooked beets and then put them in a container in the fridge. Cool completely. This makes 16 oz. or two cups of beets.
  • 6. Enjoy!

HARVARD BEETS, GRANDMA CALLS EM GLAZED BEETS



HARVARD BEETS, Grandma calls em GLAZED BEETS image

This recipe has been in my family for years. Passed down from Grandma White. She called them "Glazed Beets" so Glazed Beets they remain! Some people might call them "Harvard Beets" A very good recipe.

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Vegetables

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 16 oz. canned beets, sliced or diced
2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp corn starch
1/4 tsp salt
3 Tbsp 3-4 tablespoons vinegar
2 Tbsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. Drain beets, reserve 1/3 cup of juice.
  • 2. In a saucepan, combine sugar,cornstarch,and salt. Stir in beet juice and vinegar, cook and stir over medium heat untill thickened and bubbly.
  • 3. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.
  • 4. Add beets and butter, heat thru. Serve. Enjoy delicious Harvard beets!

HARVARD BEETS



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This pretty side dish's bright, citrusy flavors are an ideal companion for down-to-earth entrees-and for people who usually shy away from beets. -Jean Ann Perkins, Newburyport, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (16 ounces) sliced beets
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Drain beets, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set beets and juice aside. In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Add vinegar, orange juice and beet juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until thickened. Add beets and orange zest; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HARVARD BEETS



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If you use fresh beets, clean peel and boil until almost tender. Add other ingredients and complete recipe.

Provided by Shearyah Hawkins

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) can beets
½ cup white vinegar
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Drain the beet liquid into a medium saucepan. To the liquid add vinegar, sugar, cornstarch and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; stir in beets and cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 13.6 mg, Sugar 50.5 g

GRANDMA'S HARVARD BEETS



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This is my Grandma's recipes for tangy, sweet Harvard Beets. I have tried other recipes, but none are as flavorful as hers.

Provided by Pam Maxson Rodriguez

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup white sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
⅓ cup white vinegar
⅓ cup water
2 (15 ounce) cans sliced beets, drained
3 tablespoons butter
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, vinegar and water. Bring to a boil, and cook for 5 minute. Add the beets to the liquid, and simmer for 30 minutes over low heat. Stir in butter, salt and pepper and remove from the heat. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 328.1 mg, Sugar 30.3 g

QUICK HARVARD BEETS



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We grow beets in our own garden, and they're so good in this recipe. They have such a nice flavor and are very pretty when served.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups sliced raw beets or 2 cans (16 ounces each) sliced beets
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, place raw beets and enough water to cover. Cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup liquid. (If using canned beets, drain and reserve 1/4 cup juice.) , In another saucepan, combine sugar, flour, vinegar and reserved beet juice. Cook over low heat until thickened. Stir in beets, salt and butter. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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