An old fashioned spicy pickled beets canning recipe with cinnamon, cloves, and allspice. A fantastic way to preserve fresh from the garden beets.
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Keyword spiced pickled beets
Prep Time 30 minutesminutes
Cook Time 30 minutesminutes
Canning 30 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour30 minutesminutes
Servings 6pints
Cost $4-20
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Beets
Wash and trim the beets. Boil until tender enough to pierce with a fork, then drain.
Step 2: Make the Pickling Brine
Combine sugar, water, vinegar, and spices in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar dissolves and the brine comes to a boil.
Step 3: Peel and Slice the Beets
Allow the beets to cool slightly, then peel off the skins and slice the beets.
Step 4: Fill the Jars
Pack sliced beets into hot jars. Pour hot brine over the beets, leaving proper headspace. Remove air bubbles, wipe rims, and apply lids and rings fingertip tight.
Step 5: Water Bath Process
Process jars in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes. Start timing once the water returns to a full boil.
Step 6: Cool and Store
Remove jars and let cool undisturbed for 12–24 hours. Check seals before storing in a cool, dark place.