A sweet and tangy homemade recipe for beets that involves boiling them, canning, and using sugar, kosher salt, and vinegar to enhance the flavor. This recipe provides optimal freshness when refrigerated and can last for years if properly canned.
1: Peel and wash your beets thoroughly.
2: Place them in a large pot of boiling water and let them boil for 15 minutes.
3: Save some of the hot beet water for canning purposes.
4: Prepare 32-ounce jars by adding salt, sugar, and vinegar to each one.
5: Shake the jars well after adding water, then carefully place your cut beets inside.
6: Fill the jars with beets, ensuring they are completely covered in the liquid.
7: If needed, add more liquid to cover the beets.
8: Seal the jars tightly and store them in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator.
9: It is recommended to refrigerate them after a week for optimal freshness.
10: When refrigerated, the beets will last for up to two months.
11: If properly canned, they can last for years in a cool, dry place.
