Cookbook:Red Beet Food Coloring

Red Beet Food Coloring
Yield	¼ cup (70 g)
Time	20–30 minutes plus cooling
Difficulty

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This homemade food coloring derives its color from beets.

Ingredients

• 2 medium beetroots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 cup (250 ml) water
• 3 tablespoons white granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice

Procedure

1. Blend beets and water in a food processor.
2. Using a cheesecloth, strain the purée into a bowl to extract the juice.
3. Pour the juice into a saucepan and add sugar.
4. Turn the heat to medium-high, and stir to dissolve the sugar.
5. Skim off and discard any foam that collects at the surface of the liquid.
6. Simmer until the liquid reduces to a single-thread consistency.
7. Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
8. Cool slightly, then pour into an airtight jar and cool completely.

Notes, tips, and variations

• The food coloring can be stored in refrigerator for up to three months.
• To use in frostings, add the food coloring, ¼ teaspoon at a time, mixing after each addition.