3 c. sliced beets
1/2 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
3 whole cloves
1/2 c. cider vinegar
2 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. orange marmalade

Stir sugar, cornstarch, salt, cloves and vinegar in a double boiler until smooth and clear. Add the beets and cook over hot water for 30 minutes. Just before serving, heat and add butter and orange marmalade.