Beetroot finds its groove
Meryl White shares her recipe to transform an overlooked root vegetable into a delicious chutney
Read moreDetailsMeryl is a cookery writer and presenter, sharing her passion for traditional baking and food history, inspired by her grandmother’s baking. She writes regularly on her popular Blog and other editorial platforms.
Meryl was born in the Dearne Valley and spent most of her 40 years' working life in leadership roles in education and local government in Yorkshire, raising young people’s achievements and aspirations. Meryl is an enthusiastic volunteer in her local community and enjoys gardening, swimming, walking, singing and playing the saxophone.
Meryl White shares her recipe to transform an overlooked root vegetable into a delicious chutney
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