2 c. sugar
2 c. water
2 c. dark vinegar
1 thinly sliced lemon
1 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tbsp. pickling salt

Bring to a boil. Add it to cooked beets. Simmer 15 minutes. Fill jars and seal. Makes 6 pints.