Beet it Beer Braised Red Cabbage

On my trip to the farmers' market this past weekend I encountered the biggest beets I've ever seen! I couldn't resist. I just had to have them so here they are posted above! P.s. my hands are kinda small but seriously, that thing is a monster! and all for $4! What. a. bargain.

My saturday morning grocery trip concluded with fully stocking my fridge with fresh produce and also emptying my wallet (whoopsie!) BUT i got some great stuff I won't have to get again for awhile. Anywho- decided last night to test out a beer braised red cabbage recipe by looking over a couple then winging it myself. Here's what I did:

Beet It Beer Braised Red Cabbage
Serves 4

Ingredients:
Canola Oil Cooking Spray
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 onion, chopped
2 organic farm fresh carrots, chopped (looks like they were JUST picked from the ground)
1 beet, chopped (the smallest one pictured above- saving the big guns for later)
3 cups chopped red cabbage
4 oz tofu (optional)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
6 oz beer (I used Budweiser because my roommate said it was okay to take his beer)

Instructions:
1. Heat skillet over medium heat. Spray pan and add garlic and onion, let cook until by itself 2-3 minutes. Add remaining ingredients to the pan.
2. Cover and let simmer 12-15 minutes or until veggies are tender.
3. Uncover and stir until half the liquid evaporates. Salt and pepper to taste and Serve 'er up!