BEET GREENS
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BEET GREENS
Beet greens are the most nutritious part of the beet plant. The contain more calcium, iron and Vitamin C then the beet root.
Storage - Greens: Wash greens thoroughly in cold water and drain well. Refrigerate them in the vegetable crisper or in plastic bags or containers to prevent wilting and loss of nutrients. Use within 3 to 5 days.
1 pound of beet greens gives 4-6 cups of cooked greens.
1 to 1 1/2 lb. are needed for 1 pint of frozen greens.
15 lb. for 10-15 pints of frozen greens.