The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.


2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (8 ounce size) pineapple tidbits, undrained
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 can (16 ounce size) sliced beets, drained
Mix together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Place the pan over medium-high heat. Stir in the undrained pineapple. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened.
Add the butter, lemon juice, and sliced beets. Reduce the heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
Serve hot.
The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.
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reviews & comments
November 12, 2011
Loved the simplicity of this recipe. The result was flavorful without being too sweet.