A lot of the dietary staples we take for granted everyday came from Native American origins. The Art of American Indian Cooking explores the traditional dishes of the Chippewa, Zuni, Cherokee and many more tribes. In fact, you'll find over 150 delicious dishes from the five North American regions.

Preheat oven to 350° F.

1. Scrub beets well with a stiff brush, but do not peel. Remove tops (save for a salad or use as a cooked vegetable).

2. Parboil the beets for about 45 minutes or until a fork will just pierce them. Drain well.

3. Place beets in a baking dish, dot with butter, and pour honey over all. Season with salt. Cover and bake for 1 hour and 25 minutes, basting occasionally.