3 tbsp. cornstarch
1/3 c. sugar
3/4 c. salt
1 1/2 c. beet liquid (or beet liquid and water)
2 tbsp. vinegar
1 1/2 tbsp. butter
3 c. sliced (cooked or canned beets)

Mix cornstarch, sugar and salt. Blend in beet liquid, vinegar and butter. Cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Add beets to sauce. Let stand 10 minutes to blend flavors.