Deconstructed Beet Bourguignon and Pilaf

Deconstructed Beet Bourguignon and Pilaf is a gluten free and vegetarian friendly Sunday roast or roast to enjoy for Easter. Made with vegan ingredients.

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 sweet onion, sliced
1 carrot, sliced
12 ounces (about 1½ cups) pearl onions
1 teaspoon sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
8-10 large golden, red, and candy cane beets, quartered
2 tablespoons brown rice flour
2 cups red wine
4 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon fresh thyme
1 bay leaf, crumbled
Herb bouquet with 4 parsley sprigs, 1 bay leaf, one-quarter teaspoon thyme, tied in cheesecloth)
1 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered

PILAF:
1 cup millet
½ cup chopped almonds
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 2 lemons
1 teaspoon lemon zest

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