Vanilla Infused Beet Sauce

• 2 medium beets, boiled and peeled, roughly chopped
• 1 shallot, sliced
• 12 vanilla bean
• 1 bouquet garni (substitute cilantro for the parsley)
• 1 Thai chile
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 lime
• salt

1. In a medium sauce pan, saute the shallot till browned.
2. Add the vanilla, bouquet, and chili, saute some more.
3. Add the beets, cook till there's some color on the bottom of the pan, but don't burn it.
4. Add the broth and lime juice, simmer for 5-10 minutes, 'till the beets are fully cooked.
5. Remove the bouquet, place everything else in a blender or food mill, puree.
6. Pass through a chinois or a fine mesh strainer.
7. Season to taste.

beets, shallot, vanilla bean, bouquet garni, chile, vegetable broth, lime, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/vanilla-infused-beet-sauce-288034 (may not work)