Pickled Beets
["4 qt. small beets", "3 c. vinegar", "2 c. water", "2 1/2 c. sugar", "2 tsp. allspice", "3-inch sticks whole cinnamon", "1/2 tsp. whole cloves", "1 tsp. salt"]
["Cook the beets until tender.", "Slip off skins.", "Combine vinegar, water, sugar, spices and salt.", "Bring to a boil and simmer 15 minutes.", "Add the beets and simmer 5 minutes longer. Pack the beets into (hot) sterilized jars.", "If not enough liquid to cover beets, add hot vinegar.", "Seal immediately.", "Makes about 4 quarts."]
["beets", "vinegar", "water", "sugar", "allspice", "cinnamon", "whole cloves", "salt"]