On Saturday morning I went to the farmers' market...
...where I discovered fresh figs!!!
I was subsequently in such raptures that I was unable to properly focus on anything else for the entire rest of the day.
Except maybe the beautiful beets, onions, and eggplant...
The Easiest Ever Way to Fix Beets
~ Cut off the tops and ends of the beets, saving beet greens for other uses. Scrub the beets very well with soap, water, and a stiff brush or abrasive sponge. No need to peel them! Just get them super nice and clean...
~ Cut the beets into quarters or eighths, depending on the size of the beets. Place the wedges in a microwave safe bowl, and pour 1/2 cup vegetable broth over the beets.
~ Cover the beets with cling wrap or a plate, leaving one corner slightly askew to allow steam to escape.
~ Microwave for 15 minutes.
~ Season the beets to taste with salt and pepper, and serve sprinkled with finely grated Parmesan cheese! Pure magic!
Looks so fresh and vibrant! Lovely Astra. Lucie xx
ReplyDeleteYum! What vibrant colors and wonderful fresh produce! What are you going to do with the fresh figs?
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty pics of nature's glorious bounty, Astra! I just love going to farmer's markets too. Its always so exciting!
ReplyDeleteI'm a big fan of beets - but have never thought to dust them with Parmesan. What a great idea! :)
Beets in the microwave? This is revolutionary for me. :) I love beets, and figs. I would be over the moon as well.
ReplyDeleteSo many fresh products from nature. Ideal ingredients for wonderful meals.
ReplyDeleteSoooooooo jealous! Haven't seen figs here yet (though I'm going to the market tomorrow so WHO KNOWS?!)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite (easy!) way to make beets is just to trim them, clean them, and wrap them in foil and roast them for an hour. Added bonus for being super un-messy! Cause making beets its easy to end up with axe murderer hands.
Farmers' market mornings are just the best! They are the high point of my week! You got so many good things. Moan. Fresh figs.
ReplyDeleteHey Astra!
ReplyDeleteI am such a fan of Farmer's Markets. I actually got all my wedding flowers from a vendor at the Farmer's Market in Eastern NC where I lived.
I am working with the Macy's Culinary Council, and I would love to invite you to an upcoming cooking demo and book signing with Cat Cora in Metairie on 8/12. If you're interested, please email me at genna@beeverywhere.tv. It'd be great to have you there!
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Genna Harris
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fresh figs are the best!!
ReplyDeleteWhat glorious finds - makes me want to fun out to the farmer's market right now :)
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