Beets With Garlic Walnut Sauce Recipe

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   Cook beets in large pot of boiling salted water till tender when pierced with skewer, about 30 min.

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   Drain.

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   Cold slightly.

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   Peel and cut beets into 1/4- to 1/2-inch-thick slices; set aside.

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   Combine beet greens and 3 Tbsp.

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   water in large skillet.

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   Cover and cook over medium-high heat till greens are wilted, about 1 minute; set aside.

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   Cook potato in small saucepan of boiling salted water till tender, about 15 min.

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   Drain.

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    Return to saucepan and mash.

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    Blend walnuts, breadcrumbs, 2 Tbsp.

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    lemon juice, garlic, and 2 Tbsp.

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    water in processor till smooth.

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    Transfer to bowl.

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    Fold in 1/2 c. mashed potato, 1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil, and 1 Tbsp.

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    lemon juice.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    If thick, thin sauce with 2 to 3 Tbsp.

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    water.

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    Spoon sauce onto center of platter; drizzle with 2 Tbsp.

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    oil.

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    Surround with beet greens and beet slices; drizzle with vinegar.

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    Sprinkle with capers.

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    This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.

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