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Food lovers all over the U.S. were elated at news of the developing White House vegetable garden, but for many serious cooks, joy turned to dismay when it was revealed that the President used his veto power over one much-loved vegetable. Yes, it has been confirmed that there will be no beets in the White House Garden, because apparently President Obama can't stand beets.
Moderate beet protests have ensued for more than a month now, with Marion Burros writing a roundup of beet-loving bloggers who have urged the president to reconsider. Despite the outcry from the millions of Americans who love beets, there's no word of any change of heart regarding beets on the White House table.
Those of who love beets are wondering if possibly the President has only had soggy salad bar beets from a can? Could it be that his mother never cooked beets, so he grew up without realizing what wonderful beet creations are possible? In the spirit of bi-partisan beet lobbying, we're presenting a collection of beet dishes we think would certainly change his mind, if only he would take a bite. Come on, Mr. President, all we are saying is give beets a chance!
Photo of Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese Gratin from Culinary Types.
Blogger TW at Culinary Types writes a persuasive post telling the President Yes We Can Enjoy Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese Gratin. I can't imagine how one bite of this wouldn't make a beet-lover out of anyone. (In the comments on this post Lydia from The Perfect Pantry wrote "All we are saying is give beets a chance . . ." and she generously allowed me to use it as the title for this post.)
Photo of Arugula Salad with Beets and Goat Cheese from Simply Recipes.
Word is that arugula has made it into the garden, so we can assume that the President likes it. Maybe this Arugula Salad with Beets and Goat Cheese from Simply Recipes would be the one to sway him.
Photo of Karelian Borscht from Kitchen Parade.
No blogger has done more to promote the eating of beets than Alanna from Kitchen Parade, who has a huge collection of beet recipes that all look good. Maybe the President could warm up to the idea of eating beets if he had them in a hot soup like this Karelian Borscht, served with a dollop of sour cream.
Photo of Cheesy-Garlicky Beetroot Bruschetta from Nami Nami.
Another blogger who loves beets is Pille from Nami Nami (aka The Beet Princess) and their mutual love of beets has fostered a great friendship between Alanna and Pille. I bet Pille's gorgeous Cheesy-Garlicky Beetroot Bruschetta would be something the president couldn't resist.
Photo of Dark Chocolate and Beet Brownies from La Tartine Gourmande.
Finally, no word on how the President likes chocolate, but if Michelle feels the need to disguise the beets a little we recommend the Dark Chocolate and Beet Brownies from La Tartine Gourmande.
More Delicious Ideas for Beets
~Farmgirl also urges "give beets a chance" with her Carmelized Beets with Garlic.
~White on Rice Couple explores a famous cookbook and makes Red Beet Ice Cream.
~Orangette's Beet Feta Tart sounds like it would be wonderful.
~64 Sq. Ft. Kitchen perfects a classic with her recipe for My Favorite Pickled Beets.
~From a blog named for beets, Modern Beet raves about Nora's Roasted Beets with Ricotta.
BlogHer readers, cast your votes: Which of these wonderful beet delicacies do you think might be the one to sway our President? Also let us know how you feel about beets, and if you have other interesting recipes for beets, please share in the comments.
Kalyn Denny also blogs about food at Kalyn's Kitchen.
