1 lb. can sliced beets
1/2 c. cider vinegar
1/2 c. water or beet juice
1/4 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 bay leaf
2 whole cloves
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. celery seed

Place drained beets in 2 pint jars or other suitable container. Mix other ingredients in 2 cup glass measure and microwave on high 2 minutes. Stir. Microwave 2 more minutes or until bubbly. WATCH! Remove from oven. Pour over beets. Refrigerate. (Hard boiled, peeled eggs may also be added.) Serves 8.