Put first 4 ingredients in a large saucepan and boil for at least 2 minutes. Strain to remove pickling spice. Put sliced beets in saucepan with pickling juice ... jars or 2 quarts.
Place beets in large saucepan. Cover with water and place lid. Boil until tender, about 25 minutes. ... separated saucepan. Bring to boil. Keep covered while boiling ... liquid at all times.
Add a few whole cloves, but don't add to jars. Add a pinch of ... Bring to a boil. Add skinned beets; boil slightly. Put in ... assure sealing and sterilization.