Pickled Beets

* Exported from MasterCook *

Pickled Beets

Recipe By : Elizabeth Powell
Serving Size : 32 Preparation Time :0:45
Categories : Pickles & Relishes Healthy And Hearty
Canning, Preserves, Etc.

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 pounds fresh beets -- sliced
1 pound onions -- thinly sliced
3 cups cider vinegar
3 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard seed
1 bay leaf -- crumbled

Boil beets in water just to cover until a fork can barely pierce them.
Mix vinegar, sugar, and spices in large kettle. Bring to a boil, add
beets and onions, and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Pack beets and onions in hot,
sterilized jars. Pour vinegar mixture over beets to within half inch of rim.
Seal and process for 15 minutes in boiling water bath.

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