Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2

Scrub the beets under running water to remove any dirt. Cut the tops off the beets. Cut off any long roots.

Step 3

Tear off several pieces of aluminum foil (enough so each beet has its own sheet). Place each beet in the center of a piece of foil. Drizzle it with a little olive oil and sea salt. Using your hands, massage the oil all over the beets.

Step 4

Close the foil around the beets and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 40 to 55 minutes, till fork tender. Depending on the size of the beets, this will vary.

Step 5

Remove the beets from the oven and carefully pull back the foil. Be careful as the trapped steam can be very hot.

Step 6

Allow the beets to cool for a few minutes before using your fingers or a paper towel to pull off the skin.

Step 7

Slice the beets and place them in a large serving dish. Drizzle them with a little olive oil and sprinkle on additional salt and a pinch of black pepper.