Pickled Beets

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot of boiling water, cook the beets, covered, until tender, about 1 hour. Strain the cooking water and set aside 1 cup (250 ml). Plunge the beets into cold water. Drain and peel the beets. Cut into wedges or slices. Set aside.

2. 2

   In another pot, bring the strained cooking water to a boil with the vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds and salt.

3. 3

   Place the beets in sterilized jars and cover with the boiling marinade. Seal the jars. Sterilize, if desired, in boiling water for 35 minutes.