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, Cut the tops to a length of 1 inch. Place the beets in a Dutch oven and add enough water to cover them. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer, covered, for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the beets are tender. Remove them from the water and allow them to cool. Once cooled, peel and slice the beets, then transfer them to a basin for later use.
Add the vinegar, sugar, cloves, spices, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, which should take approximately 5 minutes. Pour it over the beets and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour. Prior to serving, make sure to drain the excess liquid.