Beet Salad on Arugula with Sherry Vinaigrette
- 1 pound beets
- 1/2 teaspoon grainy mustard
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
- Pinch of sugar
- 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1 large bunch arugula
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STEP 1
Heat oven to 400 degrees. Wash beets and cut the stalks to 1/2 inch. Reserve beet greens. Put beets on a sheet of aluminum foil and form a pouch, sealing tightly. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 35 minutes.
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STEP 2
Remove from oven and allow beets to steam in pouch 10 minutes longer. Take beets out of pouch; place in refrigerator. When cool, slip beets out of their skins and slice. Set aside.
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STEP 3
To make vinaigrette, whisk together mustard, vinegar, and sugar in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the oil, and season with salt and pepper.
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STEP 4
Toss beets with the vinaigrette and serve on a bed of arugula
