1 can (13 1/2 oz.) pineapple tidbits
1/3 c. water
6 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. sliced onion
1/3 c. vinegar
1/3 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. butter
2 (1 lb.) cans sm. whole beets, drained
2 tbsp. chopped preserved or crystalized ginger

Drain pineapple, save juice. Combine juice, vinegar, water, sugar, cornstarch and salt; blend. Saute onion in butter until limp. Add syrup mixture, cook stirring constantly until thick and clear. Add beans and ginger. Simmer about 15-20 minutes. Just before serving, add tidbits and heat thoroughly.