Romanesco and Golden Beet Rotîs (or Pasta!)

Ingredients:

• 1 romanesco head
• Thyme
• ½ cup hazelnuts
• 2-3 golden beets, sliced thin (1/8-1/4 inch)
• 3 TBSP butter
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Slice the beets and break the romanesco into small (1-inch) size pieces.
2. Add veggies, bread crumbs and toss together. Spread out over a baking sheet.
3. Bake together at 350-degrees for ~30 minutes, or until “al dente”. Be sure to toss half way though.
4. While the veggies are roasting, finely chop the thyme, zest the lemon, and add into mixing bowl with oil, lemon juice, vinegar and sesame seeds. Whisk together.
5. Roast hazelnuts in skillet or separate baking sheet until lightly toasted. Set aside until the end.
6. Once the veggies are done, plate up and top with dressing, hazelnuts and salt and pepper to taste.

Alternatives:

1. Mix with a pasta (hint: roasted beet pasta should pair nicely!)
2. Turn your beets into pasta with a spiralizer and toss with the romanesco.