Eight large, fresh beets
one cup vinegar
half a cup of sugar
one and a half tsp whole cloves
One and a half tsp whole allspice
Half a teaspoon of salt
* Instructions:
Beets: scrub, then cut off tops to 1 inch. Put in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Heat till boiling. Simmer, covered, for 25 to 30 minutes on low heat, or until tender. Take out of the water and let cool. After peeling and slicing, put the beets in a basin and reserve.
Add the vinegar, sugar, cloves, spices, and salt to a small saucepan. Heat until boiling, about 5 minutes. Drizzle over the beets. For at least one hour, refrigerate. Before serving, drain.
Elton John Has Been Hospitalized
Music legend Elton John, aged 77, fell at his villa in Nice and was hospitalized overnight for minor injuries. He was examined at a Monaco hospital’s orthopedic department and discharged the next morning in good health.
The incident happened during his summer stay in France with his family, following the conclusion of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in July.
Medical scans showed no fractures. Despite retiring from touring, Elton hasn’t dismissed the possibility of occasional performances.
Family remains his priority, especially time with his husband David Furnish and their two sons, Zachary and Elijah. Elton’s recent recovery underscores his ongoing commitment to family and music.
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