Ingredients

3 cups sliced raw beets or 2 cans (16 ounces each) sliced beets1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons butter

Preparation

In a saucepan, place raw beets and enough water to cover. Cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup liquid. (If using canned beets, drain and reserve 1/4 cup juice.)

In another saucepan, combine sugar, flour, vinegar and reserved beet juice. Cook over low heat until thickened. Stir in beets, salt and butter. Simmer for 10 minutes.