Canned Spiced Pickled Beets

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Found this recipe for spiced pickled beets in an old recipe box I bought at a rummage sale years ago. It's easy, and everyone who tries them loves them.

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Prep Time:
1 hr
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Servings:
18
Yield:
6 quarts
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 18 servings

  • 5 ⅓ cups distilled white vinegar

  • 4 cups white sugar

  • 4 cups water

  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

  • 1 ½ tablespoons salt

  • 1 tablespoon ground cloves

  • 12 pounds beets, peeled and sliced

  • 6 (1-quart) canning jars with lids and rings

Directions

  1. Mix white vinegar, sugar, water, cinnamon, salt, and cloves together in a large pot; bring mixture to a boil and stir until sugar has dissolved. Stir in beets and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. Sterilize the jars, lids, and rings in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, pack the sliced beets into the hot, sterilized jars, and pour in beet liquid to fill the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a sterilized knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.

  3. Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 30 minutes. Add more time if you are at high altitude.

  4. Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

307 Calories
1g Fat
74g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 18
Calories 307
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 820mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate 74g 27%
Dietary Fiber 9g 32%
Total Sugars 65g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 61mg 5%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 993mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.