I do understand the beetroot hate. It isn't my favourite thing, although I have an increasing appreciation for it as a fresh vegetable OR as a condiment (but not steeped in vinegar and served as a vegetable). I don't understand the goats cheese haters but I do recognise that those who don't like it REALLY don't like it, and can smell it from the other side of the room.
So, yes, this is a polarising meal. Beetroot & shallots glazed with butter, honey and balsamic (based on the sweet & sour beetroot in Diana Henry's Plenty), topped with a disc of goats cheese and grilled until browned, bubbly and delicious. Paul doesn't like sweet & sour and he doesn't like beetroot, so this was definitely a solo treat.
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Yeah, I think it's the canned/bottled versions that give beetroot a bad name. The fresh ones are lovely when prepared well. This dish sounds good!
Well I love beetroot and goats cheese so this looks ideal to me! Plenty has been sitting in my Amazon basket since it came out. Maybe time to buy?
That is a winner.
I'm with you on the beetroot front: raw - yes, cooked - yes, just not soaked in nasty vinegar.
I also prefer to be the beetroot cook as the mess is distinctly more contained.
Leafy - occasionally on a hamburger I don't mind canned, but fresh is so much nicer!
Gemma - I love Diana Henry's books. Plenty is definitely worth it.
Mother - I also quite like the red stained hands. It gives me a sense of achievement.
I usually roast red beets. Your solo treat looks nice: I like goat cheese too.
Well, I do love it, though I've neve had it w/ goat cheese...but I know I have to try it now. Loving that combo.
Simona - I love roasted beetroot but I actually find it very difficult to judge when they are cooked!
Heather - you are in for a treat! Beetroot LOVES goats cheese.
I'd love this & then my husband would be on the other end of the scale & say ick
I am slowly beginning to appreciate beets--especially when roasted and I do love goat cheese so that would sell me on this dish. ;-)
I think I'd like beets, but I've never found the right preparation. This version sounds very good, the goat cheese topping is perfect for the sweet earthy beets I'm sure.
Kat - just like Paul! I think Matt & Paul would enjoy eating together.
Deb - it's so sad that so many people have been put of them.
Indie.Tea - thanks for stopping by! The goats cheese is a good way in to the beet love.
Beetroot and goats' cheese is wonderful -- no 'yuk' from me!
I used to hate beetroot but I kinda like it now, my hubs still hates it though, so I only get to eat it in restaurants.
Cranky - thanks!
Pigpig - One thing my husband does like is a borscht with lots of beef in it. Maybe try that on yours?
I love all kinds of cheese. Beetroot, not too fond of. I'll eat it but sometimes it gives me a headache. Nonetheless, this does sound good!!
This looks so delicious and a dish I would very much appreciate. I've always been a fan of beetroot, though never pickled - ick! Sadly, it would be a solo treat for me too.
Dharm - I wonder what is in it that gives you a headache? What a shame!
Choclette - We should form a club of people who eat beetroot alone.
You have used a lovely combination here. I would love this but the Silver Fox would have reservations. Men!!!! Have a great weekend. Blessings...Mary
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