BEET GREENS, The Super Simple Super Food.

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  • Beet greens are highly nutritious and easy to grow in container gardens and raised beds. I start my beets in seed trays and transplant the seedlings into a hoop house. I have great gardening success and a large harvest even in our short growing season here in the north. Beet greens are super nutrition and can be eaten raw in salads or steamed and served in many dishes. They also make great omelets. They are very easy to grow.
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  • @Thesupersmith79
    @Thesupersmith79 8 років тому +2

    Beet Greens bring back some memories from my childhood, I forgot how great tasting they are! I didn't realize they could be harvested that way, I will surely be adding them to my garden next year, thanks for sharing!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  8 років тому

      +Josh Smith I didn't know this either until I experimented with them. Been clipping them since spring and still clipping cause the greens are under hoops.

  • @michaelsullivan5352
    @michaelsullivan5352 8 років тому +2

    First time doing a garden this year. I can see my beet greens popping up already!

  • @steelcathedrals2112
    @steelcathedrals2112 5 років тому +5

    I started growing beet greens last year when I found a bundle of organic beetroot (tops had been cut off) on offer at my local supermarket. I planted the roots in pots on my windowsill and they just keep growing! despite being harvested regularly...I now keep a regular look- out for the organic bargain beets and have them in pots all over my apartment. Best veg ever and full of potassium

  • @inarainyplace
    @inarainyplace 8 років тому

    My grandmother was born in 1889 and when I was a little kid told me that girls used to slice a beet and dab it across their cheeks to give them rosy cheeks. She made the absolute best pickled baby beets ever. I love beets.

  • @Brad1237202
    @Brad1237202 8 років тому +2

    Thanks again JC for the great videos! Still catching up on all your videos!!! Love your lifestyle, and wish you and Frankie the best!!!

  • @goose2die4
    @goose2die4 9 років тому

    You never stop producing a great show whatever you are doing !
    Thanks

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +goose2die4 Thank you buddy. Glad you feel that way :-)

  • @vestadesigns
    @vestadesigns 9 років тому +8

    So glad you included preparing as well as growing the greens, thanks for sharing all this great information.Jimmy

  • @stackedpennies4377
    @stackedpennies4377 9 років тому +1

    that bowl of greens reminds me of the canned spinach I used to love as a kid. little lemon pepper and salt... mmmMMMmmm!!!

    • @kimcase9
      @kimcase9 4 роки тому

      ohhhhhhhhh lemon pepper... I will try that... I usually give a splash of balsamic vinegar...

  • @2bonosc
    @2bonosc 9 років тому

    It's tiring to consistently run out of words to describe how much I enjoy your vids. But, enjoying your vids never gets tiring.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +2bonosc Thanks for the smile :-))

    • @2bonosc
      @2bonosc 9 років тому

      Right back at you;)

    • @ChazAshim
      @ChazAshim 9 років тому +1

      +2bonosc
      It made me happy to see your comment because I know how you feel. I always want to comment and say how amazing these
      videos are, even if I have nothing in particular to say. He is just that
      good and giving.

  • @mhendu07
    @mhendu07 8 років тому +2

    JC, it's great seeing you're doing well. thanks for the videos! makes me feel really comforted.

  • @toneyjohnson8910
    @toneyjohnson8910 5 років тому +2

    That is a great food crop I will have to add this to my garden thanks.

  • @DaOneNOnly-fi4iv
    @DaOneNOnly-fi4iv 9 років тому

    J.C. I like that you took the time to reach out to those who you are unable to reply to and let them know you read their comments! it shows your character and the type of person you are! That attitude is in part what makes your vids some i eagerly watch for and enjoy spending time watching. Beet greens and turnip greens were a part of what I grew up on. Fry up some bacon and stir the greens in with some spices and serve with beans and corn bread! Brings back memories for sure....

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Daone NOnly Bacon and cornbread goes with everything. Love the stuff.Thanks for the kinds words. All the best.

  • @gregh.7977
    @gregh.7977 9 років тому +2

    Hi JC, I love beets but never knew the greens were eatable. Can't wait to try some next year. Thanks for your wealth of knowledge in a lot of areas that you share. Have a great day and keep living the dream!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому +1

      +Greg H. Yep, the greens carry more nutrition than the beet itself. Enjoy :-)

  • @barbaraespinosa9820
    @barbaraespinosa9820 9 років тому

    J.C., You are considered "Top entertainment" here at my home! Thanks, again, for your good natured, excellent videos about so many educational subjects. For me seeing someone doing a project is an easy way to learn how for myself. You are so appreciated! God bless you. Barb

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Barbara Espinosa Happy to hear that Barbara. So glad you enjoy them.

  • @kimcase9
    @kimcase9 4 роки тому

    haaaaaaaaaaaaa I thought I was the only one that kept a barrel of beet tops... love beets too.. but mouth waters for the greens.. woot woot!!!

  • @cplaw3
    @cplaw3 9 років тому +3

    Tried this method this year along with the deep mulch that you showed. Had an amazing garden this year with very little maintenance and tons of wonderful beet greens. Thanks for the great tips ... always look forward to your videos.

  • @jason3714
    @jason3714 8 років тому

    I've never in my life ate a beet green and now find myself craving them! Another great video Boss. I have my mother and some cousins watching your channel too now!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  8 років тому

      +JasonVS Jason2015 Thanks for sharing my channel :-)

  • @richardsteele3125
    @richardsteele3125 9 років тому +31

    You should be a required class in schools. Our children could learn a lot from you.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому +6

      +Richard Steele I don't think schools teach anything worthwhile anymore :-/

  • @johngusmano387
    @johngusmano387 9 років тому +1

    Well, now I know what I'm adding to the garden next year! Great vid JC (as always)! Thank you!

  • @ChileExpatFamily
    @ChileExpatFamily 9 років тому

    Beautiful food from Gods table.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +ChileExpatFamily Couldn't of said it better myself. :-)

  • @manicheanwarrior8589
    @manicheanwarrior8589 9 років тому

    My late father-in-law grew best greens in old barrels like you. In the fall,after all were harvested he would throw the contents of his rabbit butches in the barrels. Turn over the soil in the spring and the plants would just shoot up. I really enjoy you channel. Thanks

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +ManicheanWarrior Sounds like he had a good system going. Bunny poop is great fertilizer.

  • @maineiachomestead7550
    @maineiachomestead7550 9 років тому +3

    Add some dandelion greens and spinach and you got yourself a super salad. Stay healthy my friend.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому +1

      +Honeymoon Homestead I really need to develop a taste for dandelion. I never liked them but I know they are very nutritious.

    • @maineiachomestead7550
      @maineiachomestead7550 9 років тому

      Some oil & Vinegar a few herbs & spices and Bob's yer uncle. Makes just about any veggie taste better.

    • @crpth1
      @crpth1 5 років тому

      Turnip greens, slightly bitter, simply delicious. In my country, Portugal, not only are very sought after, but getting relatively expensive in the farmers markets.
      Several ways to do it. One of my favorites Arroz de grelos (greens rice). Esparregado (I think it's called mashed greens or creamy greens in English). With a bit of garlic and olive oil. In Portugal "everything" takes olive oil. LOL :-)
      It's to die for. Can also be done with spinach or less common carrot greens and several other. But turnip greens is by far my favorite. Worth checking. ;-)
      Cheers

  • @joyguglietti1042
    @joyguglietti1042 5 років тому +1

    been planting beet greens for years never really cared for the beet but love the greens

  • @glenmckelvey5952
    @glenmckelvey5952 9 років тому

    Hey Jim, the first memory I have of eating beet greens was in the early 70s when my mother would make them and serve them with white vinegar . I loved them then and I love them now. In the fall she would make beet pickles with apple cider vinegar , the whole house smelled so good. I haven't thought about that in a long time. Thanks for the memories and for another great vid. Take care my friend.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +glen mckelvey I like them with vinegar too. Good stuff.

  • @abernathy329
    @abernathy329 9 років тому

    I started watching your vids a couple of weeks ago. I can honestly say your videos have inspired me to start working torwards the simple life. I'm just like the people you talk about going to work everyday to make a living. In my case, the life that I've chosen constantly keeps me behind, leading to stressing out how to pay the bills. There comes a time where a man has to take a step back and reevaluate his situation. Well, it's that time for me now. I have a lot of decisions to make for my family and I. Thanks again for the videos. Looking forward to many more.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +abernathy329 My life is in a constant state of reevaluation and change. I employ the live and learn theory and stick to it. I will be doing follow up videos on this subject that you may find beneficial. All the best to you.

  • @danwheeler1154
    @danwheeler1154 9 років тому

    Your videos are great I cant get enough and have watched many of them over and over.Thanks for your had work.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Dan Wheeler Glad you enjoy them Dan. Thank you for saying so.

  • @bwmari5101
    @bwmari5101 9 років тому

    Video is only one hour and already 518 views. Your channel is just awesome look forward to it every time you upload.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +bwmari5101 Thank you my friend. Please share my links whenever you can. Cheers :-)

  • @ChadMorgan709
    @ChadMorgan709 8 років тому

    I just had surgery yesterday so I'm confined to the couch which I'm not used too. Bucko knows something is up and is trying to comfort me the best he knows how. Anyhow, I've been kinda binge watching your videos and have made some notes and brainstorming about a little garden I'm going to put in this spring. Thanks for all the ideas and great videos. keep up the good work!

  • @sherrywoyczik3834
    @sherrywoyczik3834 9 років тому

    I love beets, but never have tried the greens. I am not fond of cooked spinach so have steered away from them.
    Because of all the nutritional value I am going to give them a try next year. Here in Wisconsin we do not have the grace of a second growing season.
    I have learned so much from your channel. Thank-you for sharing all the things we have overlooked that Mother Nature can provide for us with. It is the simple things that life has to offer.
    I have always reused, reinvented and recycled before throwing something out. But I do not want a homestead the quickly turns into a city dump, like I have seen so many here on UA-cam become.
    Your homestead and cabins are so neat and clean, truly a joy to watch your adventures.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Sherry Woyczik I hear ya on the "trash collecting" :-D I don't want that either.Throwing a little of the cooked greens into other recipes is a good way to utilize them and benefit from their nutritional value. Cheers :-)

  • @mattlindley6899
    @mattlindley6899 6 років тому

    Can't say it enough J.C. I truly appreciate the work you do. I am plowing through all of your material because I enjoy it so much. You have inspired me to think differently about my approach to life. I have to take serious baby steps. But my plan for 2018 is to be consistently working on ways to simplify my life. Thank you for what you do. May God bless you and lead you.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  6 років тому

      A new year and and a new plan. You've got the right idea buddy. Keep your eye on the prize my friend :-)

  • @ShadowPoet
    @ShadowPoet 4 роки тому +1

    If you enjoy eating beat greens, you should look into purslane. We it eat it raw and in salads... friggin amazing stuff. Thanks for the vids!

  • @coreywells4830
    @coreywells4830 9 років тому

    every time I watch one of your videos I learn something. Thanks for helping teach the next generation! You are AWESOME!

  • @margiemistretta8885
    @margiemistretta8885 4 роки тому +2

    Great salad too they even sell at grocery store as "spring mix" which I had to iceberg for my own salad mix. I go further and use lemon and olive oil as a dressing yum

  • @ericbunksvintagesportsman6311
    @ericbunksvintagesportsman6311 6 років тому

    The boss is the best!!!!!

  • @spudrubble
    @spudrubble 9 років тому

    posted just at the right time, I was feeling mighty low due to some setbacks so this was a nice boost thank you!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +spudrubble We all have setbacks occasionally. Glad I could help.

  • @t.w.milburn8264
    @t.w.milburn8264 9 років тому

    morning, Boss & Lil-Frankie; Another Great Installment of the How-2-S. Chickeys were HUNGRY, Almost Lost Yer Fingers, 2 funny. Thanks again 4 sharing with us here, Friends !...Happy Trails From The Maritimes In Canada...ATB Terry....God Bless

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +T.W. Milburn (skillet210) Blessings to you to my friend. Cheers :-)

  • @homesteadbeginner
    @homesteadbeginner 9 років тому

    What a great video Boss. As I continue to watch your garden videos, I really appreciate the time you take to not only show the harvest, but how to prepare the harvest for meals, and the different dishes you make. The omelet recipe sounds fantastic! Thank you again for your efforts and God Bless you my friend.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Jeff Schweiger I'll be sharing my new waffle recipe soon. I think you will like this one. Cheers :-))

  • @usernamessuckfully
    @usernamessuckfully 9 років тому +1

    Your garden turned out great this year boss, I have been loving the videos you've put out. :-)

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +usernamessuckfully Best garden in years. Now the work begins.

  • @marywagner5149
    @marywagner5149 9 років тому +1

    Another great how to video... Can't wait to apply these awesome teaching tools next year for my own use... Also wanted to encourage you about hitting your goal for 50,000 thousand subscribers ( already zeroing in on 30,000 !!! )... I must admit your cabin videos are my favorite but you seem to have a magical touch to draw us into anything you do... You almost could change your name to teacher of the swamp... We all are eager to find our sit by the campfire to be taught by the master... ;)

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Mary Wagner Awe thank you Mary. Another smile put on by my subscribers :-))When I'm done harvesting food and firewood I'll be back at the cabin and looking forward to it. All the best to you :-)

  • @andrewkirby7078
    @andrewkirby7078 9 років тому

    I found your channel about a week ago and must say I'm hooked watched most of your videos love the dog very intelligent and very well behaved and I've learned a lot thanks for the update from here in the uk stay safe

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Andrew Kirby Glad you're enjoying my vids and thanks for saying so. Cheers :-)

  • @woodspirit98
    @woodspirit98 5 років тому +1

    more amazing things to change people's lives for the better. What's new. Great video

  • @katehopkinsbrent5573
    @katehopkinsbrent5573 2 місяці тому

    HEY 👍👍. JUST came across your channel. WOW doesn’t come close. I lost my house in the middle of the night from an electrical fire. Forced into an apartment 😢 I became terribly depressed, couldn’t even see the stars 😪 My house is way off the road, woods woods and more woods ♥️ a brook with trout, just THE BEST - about 3 miles from town ( I use to walk down, do my errands, cab back. ) I can’t do it now though 🥴. I have a few gardens, managing to cut way down on my grocery bill- my dog went to heet, and I said I’d bring her home here and tent for those weeks - yard maintenance and planting the gardens would be just what the Dr ordered… my son said he didn’t like me in a tent, in the woods with my husky in heet AND the coywolves that lurk around SO I bought a small camper. 1964 Glendale … THAT was 2022 😄😁. Yep… still here. It’s HOME I’m no longer depressed OR is my dog and managed the winter fine ( though it was a mild winter ) My parents always said I was an old soul- I live very basic, living simple so I can simply live 👍. Terrified of black bears though and I KNOW she had twins this year 😯. Anyway LOVE your channel JUST subscribed and am burning midnight oil on your play list. GOD BLESS 🥰🙏

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  2 місяці тому

      Great comment Kate and thanks for taking the time to post it. Thanks for subbing also. My home burned to the ground back in 05 so I know what you're saying. Many blessings to you :-))

  • @Hatch61
    @Hatch61 9 років тому

    Thanks for sharing Boss, I learn something new with each of your videos.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Hatch61 The more I experiment... the more I learn things. Glad you enjoy my vids and thank you for saying so. Cheers "-)

  • @tomeddy3971
    @tomeddy3971 7 років тому

    I'm impressed. . .I thought I was the only person who ate beet greens. Been eating them all my life except for my Navy stint. Thanks to my little old Italian Grannie, that woman could cook anything. I have mine with a splash of vinegar and olive oil and just a sprinkle of seasoned bread crumbs. Can't wait for fresh produce this summer.
    Awesome videos man, I must have watch at least twenty or so last night. My wife asked me if I was going to go to bed . . . ha ha ha Summer's coming I'll have to give it a little break. Ciao my friend. By the way I'm gonna start steaming my beet greens.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  7 років тому +1

      Beet greens are awesome in so many ways. I like the vinegar too. I'm starting to like Swiss Chard even more than beet greens :-)

  • @joesanders6898
    @joesanders6898 9 років тому

    Excellent, excellent, excellent. You've given me some great ideas for next Spring. Thank you my friend.
    Lotech Joe

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Joe Sanders Have fun with the beets Joe. Cheers :-)

  • @johns8236
    @johns8236 8 років тому

    hi boss I've been watching your videos for awhile thank you are a real nice person and I have learned from your channel

  • @mauricesmith9560
    @mauricesmith9560 4 роки тому

    My favorite green food !! I love it vinegar and salt yum

  • @aliciavicent8414
    @aliciavicent8414 6 років тому +2

    mow the beet green, a repeating havest, love the idea thank you

  • @raymckibbin7444
    @raymckibbin7444 9 років тому

    Boss, I also used composted grass clippings this year for the first time to grow my potatoes. Just filled empty 15kg dog food bags as containers, planted my seed potatoes from last season and had gorgeous potatoes, and all for free. Most satisfying. Most definitely will be using grass clippings from now on.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Ray McKibbin Never thought of using dog food bags but that's a great idea. Thanks for sharing that.

  • @7040qrp
    @7040qrp 9 років тому

    Reminds me of my Grannies homemade pickled beets. I could eat the whole jar by my self. I'll have to try the greens now.

  • @eleanorkerby
    @eleanorkerby 7 років тому

    yeppers...started learning such things just in past couple of years and surprised how good and easy. I never gardened before and now we eat good and it is beautiful too. empowering isn't i. Never too late. I am sixty

  • @tsunami3632
    @tsunami3632 9 років тому

    Now I need to get some beet greens. Thanks for the presentation.

  • @8869crysler
    @8869crysler 9 років тому

    reminded me of how my grandfather grew beets/beet greens. Like you and I the greens were his favorites as well... right down to the butter and salt! thanks for sharing.

  • @rosaliekiff1132
    @rosaliekiff1132 7 років тому

    Love this video, like all the videos. I or we all learn so much form you. Hope when you move to your other cabin you will have a garden. You can film any thing its all good watching and vary relaxing thank you ,thank you, pet Frankie for me, love that dog. I have a small dog she is a sweetie, she is 12 yrs old, my pal. God Bless and thanks

  • @gallopingg1
    @gallopingg1 5 років тому +3

    BRILLIANT INFO, MICK FROM UK

  • @jim74122
    @jim74122 9 років тому +2

    I eat them raw in a salad love my greens. Really enjoy chanel keep it and looking forward to my growing season here in australia

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +jim I add the young leaves to my salads too. Good stuff.

  • @radicaljoe4574
    @radicaljoe4574 9 років тому

    "A big glob of butter and some salt". Yes sir, that's for me too. I was not aware how much nutrition could be had from the leaf greens. Thanks for another enjoyable and informative video. Be safe.

    • @radicaljoe4574
      @radicaljoe4574 9 років тому

      +radicaljoe I meant to say beet greens.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +radicaljoe They're packed with nutrition. Good for the eyes too :-)

  • @dougLinker
    @dougLinker 9 років тому +2

    I grew up watching my mother eating beet tops and many other strange to me things and refusing to eat them myself and now 40 years later I'm watching a video and looking forward to trying haha- thx Boss

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому +4

      +Doug Outside I watched my parents eat blood sausage but still have no desire to try it though :-))

  • @rodney12310
    @rodney12310 9 років тому

    Looks like your having a great harvest!! You the man!!!!LOL

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +rodney newbury Awesome garden this year buddy. It's keeping me busy for sure.

  • @E.lectricityNorth
    @E.lectricityNorth 9 років тому

    Well this sure BEETS what I've been doing up till now. You are a great beet green harvesting advocate, of that there is no doubt. Some great ideas here, and nice video as usual, thank you.

  • @MrDanceofcreation
    @MrDanceofcreation 7 років тому

    best gardening vid ever

  • @Captainfatdad306
    @Captainfatdad306 9 років тому

    I've successfully managed to avoid beets my entire life. Now you make me want to try them.

  • @rclamb04
    @rclamb04 9 років тому +1

    Im going to have to try this, thank you

  • @bronco5644
    @bronco5644 9 років тому

    Thanks! I planted some beet greens in our fall garden this year and their coming up nicely. Had some in a salad tonight.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Bronco56 Excellent. Mine are ready to cut again already.

  • @jameslemon51
    @jameslemon51 5 років тому

    Your raised garden containers was very best. Great idea for recycling plastic barrels and save a tree. Your the best. :~)

  • @dannoquin7322
    @dannoquin7322 9 років тому

    JC, that was another enjoyable video.

  • @SuperJackmeeks
    @SuperJackmeeks 9 років тому

    Man, I enjoy these videos...thanks for sharing..

  • @dlmad4561
    @dlmad4561 9 років тому

    I also like them with butter and a cap full of vinegar.

  • @ModernPioneers
    @ModernPioneers 9 років тому

    Can't wait to get some planted. Thanks so much for the information!

  • @sherryo360
    @sherryo360 8 років тому

    I grew up eating pickled beets, which I only liked w/ pinto beans, greens and cornbread. As an adult, I discovered roasted beets (washed, and thrown in the oven @ 350', with or without tin foil wrap) til tender. I love them diced up in salads, or served w/ a melty cheese on a toasted bun w/ a grilled portabella and balsamic vinegar reduction. You may already know how to reduce balsamic vinegar, but if you don't, just throw it in a pot and cook it down til it coats a spoon. It will thicken more as it cools so don't get it too thick. I buy the cheapest balsamic I can find and a squirt bottle @ WalMart (like an old mustard or catsup diner type thing) and store it in the fridge. I must have it to eat the roasted beets, and it's so good on all roasted veg, as well as fresh tomatoes and basil. I have eaten beet greens, but had no idea they were so nutritious. Great video!

  • @bradmitchell9241
    @bradmitchell9241 9 років тому

    have loved every video....im an outdoorsman working towards what you have already accomplished. keep up the good work. your livin the dream...yessir

  • @markaugustus621
    @markaugustus621 9 років тому

    I told my wife what you were up to and she said she loves beet greens. Guess what I'm doing next year. Thanks for all the great info.

  • @remon563
    @remon563 6 років тому +1

    this is so inspiring to see!

  • @MrTannt1
    @MrTannt1 9 років тому

    Thanks again JC for sharing some words of wisdom. I gotta tell ya and its a bit off subject, but I just picked up a really nice old cast iron skillet at a yard sale. Funny thing is she didn't have out for sale I just pulled in asked. She said she had an old pan but it was rusty and wasn't sure how to get it like new again so I told her about your channel and the process you use and how I've tried it with great success on a pan I had. Somewhere in the conversation she must have seen how much I enjoy restoring things and she says well if you want it you can have it for four dollars ! Needless to say I took it home and now I'm starting to give it new life. Thanks again for sharing your vids and God bless. Travis Tannehill.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Travis Tannehill That's awesome buddy. I got my best deals by asking at yard sales too. I bought 2 Wagners and Griswold once for 10 bucks for all 3. I asked if they had any cast iron and they brought these out to show me. I should have traded them a Teflon lmao :-D

  • @AmitSharma-ib8ng
    @AmitSharma-ib8ng 9 років тому

    Hi JC.. I enjoy your video. I love beets and greens too but I don't have a beautiful garden like yours, here in Rome. But back home, I have lot big ancestors agricultural land. I wish one day I will make a nice garden like yours and harvest nice stuff. Thanks for making another nice video and waiting for next one. salute Frankie

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Amit Sharma I hope you get to enjoy that too. It's very rewarding and satisfying.Thanks again for your kind words.

  • @QuitKickingTheCan
    @QuitKickingTheCan 9 років тому

    Opened this morning in middle Tennessee on Dale Hollow Lake

  • @Tony13754
    @Tony13754 9 років тому

    "Finally!" the beet Green Secret! You spoke about Beet Greens, but how do you eat them? Many people have asked. I love beets but never eat the greens. So, steam or saute is the way to go. They must be very good. I am still learning, and realize growing root vegetables is as important as tomatoes and peppers. My garden is expanding to except more variety. I'm still learning! One Zucchini plant is way plenty for one person! Please no more zucchini! Thanks again for the info on the Beet Greens. I am starting to homestead but from the city, their is a learning curve... but i am very creative and well read... Thanks again for your video's and help... God Bless and love to Frankie

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +CitySlicker Tony There's always a learning curve. I experiment and learn from them. Always learning here too buddy. Cheers :-)

  • @genereeves3866
    @genereeves3866 9 років тому

    Thanks, learn so much watching your video's

  • @Nataliegardening
    @Nataliegardening 8 років тому

    This was the first video I have watched of yours and it was SUPER informative!! Thanks so much for posting this. Very well done!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  8 років тому

      Thanks for commenting Natalie. Lots of videos on my channel that I think you'll enjoy

    • @Nataliegardening
      @Nataliegardening 8 років тому

      Yes there are! I have already watched so many!! Great content and very entertaining. Thanks!!

  • @JohnSmith-iz8uy
    @JohnSmith-iz8uy 7 років тому

    my wife and i love watching your channel . hope you don't mind i mentioned you in one of my you tube videos .electricity for an off grid cabin and also off grid budget build cabin john smith.thanks for all the high quality and informitive videos keep up the good work

  • @vividmonkey
    @vividmonkey 9 років тому

    Thanks for showing the simple techniques you use. It is so helpful for me learn by watching.. reading all day doesn't do what few minutes of watching does. Super excited for next year! I may try a few in a winter garden in the house!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +vividmonkey I may try some indoors as well. Enjoy :-)

  • @franl5585
    @franl5585 9 років тому

    Good ideas here; I'll give this a go. The young, tender greens seem to be what you were picking. Makes a lot of sense, since they'll keep growing back. Thanks for this very helpful video for us gardeners.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Fran L I don't let them get too tall. I harvest at least once per week. They already need to be cut again.

  • @AeroSport103
    @AeroSport103 9 років тому

    Good video Sir. Make sure Frankie eats his greens too...8) Take care, be safe!

  • @amyknox5349
    @amyknox5349 9 років тому +1

    I love my beet greens sauteed with olive oil and a little garlic salt.....always love your videos!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Amy Knox Never tried adding garlic but I should... I garlic everything else :-)Cheers :-)

    • @amyknox5349
      @amyknox5349 9 років тому

      +thebossoftheswamp It's so good! I saute most of my vegetables.....okra is especially yummy this way

  • @vlvtopcat
    @vlvtopcat 9 років тому

    another awesome video Bossman.I always how to prepare beet greens.Thank for generous knowledge.Thanks
    Bobby

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Robert Harrison Thanks Bobby. Glad you enjoyed it :-)

  • @wallaceviviansadventures2095
    @wallaceviviansadventures2095 9 років тому

    never tried beet greens yet but we bottle up 20 to 25 bottles ever year. great gardening.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Wallace Vivian Give them a try buddy. They're great :-)

  • @kerkleblanc7690
    @kerkleblanc7690 5 років тому +1

    Thanks boss man. been doing the beet green thing ever since I seen this video. Love them

  • @phattdawgtrapping3640
    @phattdawgtrapping3640 9 років тому

    Love my beet greens !!!! thanks boss , another great video !

  • @northernlassie4958
    @northernlassie4958 9 років тому

    Love beets! I have beet juice every morning. Putting the leaves into soup is a great idea. I put spinach in everything and now I will try beet greens as well :) Thanks JC....looking forward to more NH videos. Be well down there xo

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Northern Lassie I use the greens everywhere I use spinach. They are very much alike in flavor and super nutritious. Super easy to grow too.Always nice to hear from you my friend :-))

  • @strangerthingsfan4862
    @strangerthingsfan4862 9 років тому

    great video love beets never thought of eating the greens

  • @davemail3
    @davemail3 9 років тому

    Gonna try growing beets in containers next spring.....Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @kevintulak9987
    @kevintulak9987 9 років тому

    Just got back from my moose hunt and glad to see a video waiting. I didn't bring home any meat so beet greens seems quite apropos. I like my greens stir fried in a little sesame oil. I also use them raw in my salad as well as on sandwiches instead of lettuce. Never liked beets till I grew my own and had them fresh. Great eating.

  • @raymckibbin7444
    @raymckibbin7444 9 років тому

    Boss, I have the same problem with the carrot seeds, but no more, not since watching your vid, makes total sense. Thanks man.

  • @dadgad68
    @dadgad68 9 років тому

    Just finished my Boss inspired supper. Made some hardwood briquettes with the chopsaw awhile back. Cooked some ribs in the cast iron and finished them on a grill over the coals. The smoke flavor was out of this world. Garden looks great bud. Another great video with a lot of great advice. Cool how you use the mulch the following year for soil. Wish i had some of those greens with my supper. I will next year. Great job and many thanks as always. Take good care.

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +dadgad68 Sounds like a great supper for sure. I've got to restock my barrel of hardwood disc here soon too. All the best :-)

  • @jjjvclub
    @jjjvclub 8 років тому

    Another great video JC, thanks!

  • @ronaldedwards425
    @ronaldedwards425 9 років тому

    Not one for beets but will try this approach next season . All the best and give frankie a cookie.

  • @sandyamedagoda5064
    @sandyamedagoda5064 7 років тому

    Thanks for sharing your wonderful videos 😊😊❤️

  • @dnngskn62
    @dnngskn62 9 років тому

    Hi boss. just subbed your channel and have spent several hours viewing the past episodes. Love your cabins and homestead as well. Your simple approach to life is admirable and refreshing to see someone really doing it. This vid brings back great memories from my childhood because my mom cooked beet greens and also the beets as well. I enjoyed both. Looking forward to seeing your progress as you move to your cabins and kicking back in nature. Best of luck JC.

  • @debrabrickus3153
    @debrabrickus3153 9 років тому

    Beet greens have been my favorite greens since i was a kid, from my dads garden. He had a green thumb just like you. I didnt inherit that but i do try. I think i will try to grow them next year in a container. Im saving this vid for future reference . Thanks so much Boss!

    • @thebossoftheswamp
      @thebossoftheswamp  9 років тому

      +Debra Brickus Good luck with your beets Debra. I'm sure you'll enjoy them.

  • @8869crysler
    @8869crysler 9 років тому

    One of my favorites!