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 judge threw herself on the button after only three seconds: look how she silences the whole crowd
You can tell right away that you’re about to go through something remarkable.
This was the situation during a performance by a little contestant named Sophie on Germany’s “The Voice Kids.” Three seconds had elapsed since she started to sing, and already one of the judges had quickly turned their chair by pressing the button. It was amazing that in just two words, Sophie had left a lasting impact and guaranteed her place in the competition.
Sophie’s rendition of the classic song “Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien” by Edith Piaf struck a chord with the judges and the crowd right away. The judge’s prompt action brought to light Sophie’s exceptional brilliance and emotional richness, demonstrating a degree of vocal skill and elegance rarely seen in someone so young.
Not only did her performance captivate the audience, but it also demonstrated the ability of music to transcend age differences. The fact that Sophie felt a deep connection to Piaf’s soul-stirring songs at such a young age is evidence of the timeless power of classical music.
The audience’s tremendously favorable response, with many people brought to tears by the intensity of her rendition, added to the special mood. This answer demonstrated Sophie’s capacity to deeply connect with her audience despite age and language obstacles, in addition to the emotional connection she had built.
See for yourself Sophie’s incredible voice and talent, and you’ll see why she became an immediate favorite of the judges and audience.
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