I grew up in Amish country, and red beet eggs have been a staple at family picnics and events my whole life. They are indeed a beautiful pink color, but I never thought of them as Easter fare (although I would venture to say that my mother used leftover eggs this way many times.) While Amish cooking may not be considered "gourmet", it is tasty, simple, filling food, made with love. You should make your way to Lancaster County sometime, Ruth--it's not that far from New York (in mileage, anyway)!