Gingered Beets

1 lb. beets, peeled and quartered or sliced (or 1 lb. whole or sliced canned beets, drained)
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. cornstarch
1/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. finely shredded lemon peel
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
lemon for garnish

In a large saucepan, cook the beets, covered, in boiling water for 20 to 30 minutes or until beets are tender. Drain. Meanwhile in a small saucepan, stir together sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water, lemon peel, lemon juice and ginger. Cook and stir until thick and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more. In a serving bowl, stir together beets and lemon mixture. Serve warm. Garnish with lemon slices or lemon peel. sprinkle with green pepper.

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