2 medium red beets
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
aluminum foil
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Trim the tops off the beets and drizzle with the olive oil. Season the beets with salt and pepper, wrap them in aluminum foil and roast until tender, about 40 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel the beets.
The beets are ready for use or for an amazing amount of different preparations at this point, and can be done in advance.