Varro's Recipe for Beets with Chicken

10 small beets
1/4 c mead or sweet white wine
1 T olive oil
1/2 lb part cooked chicken pieces

Put whole, small beets into a saucepan. Add mead or sweet wine, olive oil, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, add chicken pieces, and cook til done.

A very good combination. Be prepared, though , for beet colored meats.