THE BEST REFRIGERATOR BEET PICKLES

Step 1

(see prep notes!)

Step 4

Scrub the beets to remove any dirt. With a sharp knife, cut the beets in half. Add enough water to cover the beets.

Step 6

Cover and boil the beets until a fork can be inserted easily. Remove from heat and take out the beets, reserving 2 c of beet cooking juice. *see notes

Step 8

When the beets cool enough to handle, remove the skin by just rubbing them with your fingers, and cut off any remaining root ends.

Step 10

Setting the beets aside for a moment, add the vinegar, brown sugar salt and pickling spice to the reserved beet juice. Bring to a boil and turn off the heat.

Step 12

Slice the beets into the size of the pickles you want. These can be slices or cubes. Add them to the jars and pack them tightly.

Step 14

Carefully add the hot brine to the beets, pouring slowly and stopping 1/2" from the rim of the jar.

Step 16

Take a clean butter knife and poke the beets in the jar to release any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a damp clean cloth.

Step 18

Cover and let the beets cool to room temperature before transferring the beets to the fridge. *see notes