Caramelized Beets and Turnips

A very simple preparation that accentuates the sweet nature of these root vegetables. Use small beets and turnips, if possible, or cut larger ones into chunks. If you remove the pan when a tablespoon or two of beet juice remains in the bottom you can use it as a sauce with which to decorate a plate. Serve with Duck à la JoJo or other full-flavored meat dishes.

Use this technique with beets or turnips alone, or with any other root vegetable, such as