I envy those with soil that is free of shale and suitable for growing root vegetables — especially beets. No other edible carries the satisfying flavor of sweet, life-sustaining earth like beets ...

The word beet invokes a strong response; a quick yum or yuck. I was introduced to red beets as a child, as they were one of those tried and true crops raised in our very large farm garden. These beets ...

IN SEASON: The veggie's sweet earthiness and its nutritious tops add color and value to many a winter meal By PETE PETERSEN Special to The Oregonian In these days of coupon clipping and penny pinching ...