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Golden Beets and Green Beans Served at 2013 Obama Inaugural Lunc
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 4
The official recipe for a first course side dish served on January 20, 2013 at the luncheon following the second Obama Inauguration
Ingredients:
8 small golden beets, peeled and cut in half
4 ounces green beans, ends snipped, cut 1 inch on the bias
1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon minced shallot
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 quarts water
Directions:
1. Bring 2 quarts water to a boil and add 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt.
2. Place beets into water gently and allow to cook for 5 minutes or until tender.
3. Remove beets using a strainer and set in a bowl.
4. Allow water to return to a boil and gently add the green beans for 3-4 minutes until tender. Remove the beans from the pot using a strainer and add to the bowl with the beets.
5. Place olive oil in a sauté pan on medium heat.
6. Add the shallots to cook until tender.
7. Add the beets and beans and season with salt and pepper to taste.
By RecipeOfHealth.com