Preparation:
1 bunch beets
3 Tblsp dry black currents (rehydrated in water for .5 hour): drained
3 Tblsp fresh chives (or green onion greens) : minced
1/2 cup walnuts (soaked overnight) : drained and chopped
juice of one lemon
Remove tops and tails of beets. Scrub beets with vegetable brush. Cut in-half and lay cut side in baking dish. Add 1 inch of water to bottom of pan. Bake beets for one hour at 350 degrees until they are soft to the touch. When cool enough to handle: rub each beet under cold water to remove skin. Slice and chop beets finely. Place in bowl and add: drained currents, chopped walnuts and minced chives. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the mixture and mix thoroughly.
Energetics:
Yin tonic, blood cleanser. Aids the reproductive organs, Kidneys, Heart, Liver. Calming. Moves fluids, opening the Lungs, relaxes the back. Improves blood and qi circulation.