Aiuli's Pickled Beets Recipe

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   The three of us love this pickled beet recipe from Farm House Cookbook.

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   Trim beet stems, leaving 1/2 inch of stem intact.

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   Don't trim roots.

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   Bring water to a boil in the bottom of a vegetable steamer.

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   Add in beets, cover, and steam till nearly tender but still offer resistance when tested with a sharp knife about 15 to 20 min.

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   Remove steamer basket from heat.

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    While beets are steaming, combine vinegar, sugar, spices, and herbs in a saucepan.

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    Cover and bring to a boil.

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    Lower heat and keep hot.

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    When beets are cold sufficient to handle, carefully scrape off the skin, trim the stem and root ends.

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    Slice the beets into 1/8 inch thick slices and place in glass bowl.

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    Cover with hot vinegar mix and set aside to cold.

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    When cold, cover and chill for at least 24 hrs before using.

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    They will keep for about 3 weeks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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