Pickled Beets Recipe

Ingredients:

• 8 large, fresh beets
• 1 cup vinegar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp whole cloves
• 1 1/2 tsp whole allspice
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beets:
   • Scrub the beets thoroughly and trim the tops, leaving about 1 inch of stem.
   • Place the beets in a large pot or Dutch oven and cover them with water.
   • Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the beets are tender.
   • Remove the beets from the water and let them cool. Once cooled, peel and slice the beets. Place the sliced beets in a large bowl and set aside.
2. Make the Pickling Brine:
   • In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, sugar, whole cloves, whole allspice, and salt.
   • Heat the mixture until it reaches a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar, which should take about 5 minutes.
3. Pickle the Beets:
   • Pour the hot pickling brine over the sliced beets, ensuring they are fully covered.
   • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve:

• Before serving, drain the beets from the brine.

Enjoy your delicious homemade pickled beets!