2 c. sugar
2 c. water
2 c. vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt per cup

In saucepan, cook beets in water until tender. Drain. Pour cold water over beets and skin them by rubbing between your hands. Cut off ends. Slice beets. Dissolve sugar and salt into the 2 cups water and vinegar. Pour syrup onto beets. These keep in the refrigerator for months.