Store beets unwashed in the refrigerator crisper where they will keep for two to four weeks. Cut the majority of the greens and their stems from the roots, so they do not pull away moisture away from the root. Leave about two inches of the stem attached to prevent the roots from "bleeding." Store the unwashed greens in a separate plastic bag where they will keep fresh for about four days.

Raw beets do not freeze well since they tend to become soft upon thawing. Freezing cooked beets is fine; they'll retain their flavor and texture.

I love beets.

I love beets too...
A friend of a friend made some borscht about 3 or 4 years ago when i was down in Kelowna...OMG i need to get that recipe. No it wasn't the red kind of borscht, but made out of the leaves instead, i think it did still have some cream, and ham. Oh it was so good! Oh gosh, gotta go get something to eat ummm, before i go to sleep

Sigh ....my kingdom for a bowl of borscht .... with a huge dollop of sour cream

my kingdom for a bowl of That borscht!