Tamaranann1: In every state legally when a child turns 18, a parent is no longer financially responsible for the child. Morally, we are all responsible for our children's well being and support. ;0)
Cut off all but 1/2 inch of the beet tops; wash beets and place in a pan and just cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer beets until they are just tender but not mushy. This could take 30-40 minutes, or even longer, depending on the size of the beets. Remove the beets from pan and cool until cool enough to handle.
Cut off and discard the top of the beet where the stem is and slice or serve whole with butter, salt and pepper. Whole young beets, you can boil or bake for 30 to 40 minutes depending on their size. Old beets will cook in 1 hour or more.Microwaving will reduce the time to 8-12 min. Grated sauteed beets will be done in 15 min.hole young beets, you can boil or bake for 30 to 40 minutes dep â¦ ending on their size. Old beets will cook in 1 hour or more. Microwaving will reduce the time to 8-12 min. Grated sauteed beets will be done in 15 min.