Beetroot in the oven
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. This beetroot is so elegant and appetizing in appearance that you wouldn't hesitate to serve it even at a festive table! It can be served either hot or cold, as you prefer, and is sure to receive genuine applause. Overall, I'm certain this simple oven-baked beet recipe will come in handy more than once. The dish is ready to be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
Wash the beetroot and bake in the oven until cooked. It can remain slightly crunchy — that's even better.
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Step 2
While the beet is baking, pour boiling water over the prunes and let them soak for 10 minutes. Then drain them in a colander.
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Step 3
Cut each beet in half lengthwise and remove the flesh. Set the halves aside and cut the flesh into small cubes or grate it.
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Step 4
Peel and mince the garlic.
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Step 5
Lightly toast the walnuts in a dry hot skillet and then chop them as well.
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Step 6
Finely chop the prunes.
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Step 7
Mix the grated beet, prunes, nuts, and garlic—this will be the filling.
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Step 8
Grate the cheese on a grater.
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Step 9
Whisk the cream with the egg, add the cheese, a little salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
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Step 10
Lightly salt the beet halves on the inside, place them in a baking dish greased with butter, fill with stuffing, and top each with a creamy cheese sauce. Put in an oven preheated to 200°C and bake until a golden-brown cheesy crust forms.
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Step 11
Here's our beetroot, all ready. Isn't it beautiful? And very tasty—don't you doubt it!;)