Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCatalina Kitchen and BarRoasted Beets Recipe

Roasted Beets Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

sweet potato whipped goat cheese, goat cheese, fennel, candied pecan, mandarin orange, tarragon vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Roasted Beets

Sweet Potato Whipped Goat Cheese

Fennel

Candied Pecans

Mandarin Oranges

Tarragon Vinaigrette

Method

Roasted Beets

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beets

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the beets thoroughly and trim the tops and roots.

  2. 2

    Roast the Beets

    Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Roast in the oven for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Let them cool before peeling and slicing.

Sweet Potato Whipped Goat Cheese

  1. 3

    Cook the Sweet Potato

    Peel and cube the sweet potato. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

  2. 4

    Whip the Mixture

    In a bowl, combine the cooked sweet potato, goat cheese, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Use a hand mixer or a food processor to blend until smooth and creamy.

Fennel

  1. 5

    Prepare the Fennel

    Slice the fennel bulb thinly. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the fennel, salt, and pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

Candied Pecans

  1. 6

    Candy the Pecans

    In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Add the pecans and salt, stirring to coat them evenly. Cook until the pecans are toasted and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Spread on parchment paper to cool.

Mandarin Oranges

  1. 7

    Prepare the Oranges

    Peel the mandarin oranges and separate into segments. Set aside for garnish.

Tarragon Vinaigrette

  1. 8

    Mix the Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh tarragon, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

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