I think the holiday of Cinco de Mayo is more a good excuse to get happy than the actual meaning of the day — as far as I know it's the Mexican Independence Day — but for all intents and purposes, its ...

Put beets in a medium saucepan. Add water to cover and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, covered, until tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, about 30 minutes. Drain and rinse under ...