Eight large, fresh beets
one cup vinegar
half a cup of sugar
one and a half tsp whole cloves
One and a half tsp whole allspice
Half a teaspoon of salt
* Instructions:
Beets: scrub, then cut off tops to 1 inch. Put in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Heat till boiling. Simmer, covered, for 25 to 30 minutes on low heat, or until tender. Take out of the water and let cool. After peeling and slicing, put the beets in a basin and reserve.
Add the vinegar, sugar, cloves, spices, and salt to a small saucepan. Heat until boiling, about 5 minutes. Drizzle over the beets. For at least one hour, refrigerate. Before serving, drain.
A spectacular duet from Céline Dion and Josh Groban with “The Prayer”
The famous duet “The Prayer”, performed by Celine Dion and Josh Groban, did not come about through careful planning by their managers or record labels. Instead, it was a serendipitous moment that brought these two remarkable voices together.
Josh Groban’s rise to fame took an unexpected turn in 1998 when he received a surprise phone call from music producer David Foster. He was asked to fill in for renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli at a Grammy Awards rehearsal. Despite his initial fears and the short notice, Groban recognized the opportunity and took full advantage of it.
In the accompanying video, Celine Dion remembers meeting Josh Groban for the first time during this rehearsal. Their voices came together effortlessly, resulting in a captivating performance that quickly caught on with fans.
Although Dion and Groban did not collaborate on additional tracks, the unique blend of their voices on “The Prayer” is a testament to their individual artistry. Fans continue to hope for another joint project between these two musical powerhouses.
Discover the magic of Celine Dion and Josh Groban’s interpretation of “The Prayer”. Watch the video below to witness the extraordinary harmony they created together!
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