Cut the tops off to keep beets firm, (be sure to keep the greens!). Leaving any top on root vegetables draws moisture from the root, making them loose flavor and firmness. Beets should be washed and kept in and open container with a wet towel on top.
This picturesque farm in Winterville, Georgia is just a few minutes from Athens. Known for their beautiful produce, flowers, and connections to many of the coolest restaurants in the state, Woodland Gardens is a true gem. Farmer Celia Barss, a native of Newfoundland Canada, has been managing the farm for many years, and has an incredibly efficient and well tenured crew to help her with all the planting, harvesting, and general farm maintenance.
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