Beet Puree, Spiced w Walnut Oil Serves 4

Preheat oven to 400. On a large double sheet of foil, place the beets w garlic, bay leaves, cloves and allspice. Wrap up into a package and roast until beets are tender, about 2 hours. Open package, cut the stems off the beets and peel. Place in a food processor and process until smooth. Stir in walnut oil and salt. Serve immediately.

Beets 6 medium (2 lb) w 1″ stems left
Garlic 2 large cloves, unpeeled
Bay Leaves 2
Cloves 4
Allspice 4 berries
Walnut Oil 2 tsp