Cooking mitigates the effects of geosmin, the natural earthy compound that beets contain that is associated with the vegetable’s smell of “fresh rain” and “forest soil.” Early in the ...
Golden beets are the star of this pasta, lending a sunny tint and mellow sweetness to the dish. Plus, boiling the beets alongside the orecchiette makes quick work of their prep time. Spicy Italian ...
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