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.
My Daughter and I Were Repeatedly Left Hungry Because of My Son and DIL – Was I Right to Give Them a Reality Check?
Lucy’s family dynamics shifted drastically when her son Brian and his wife Emily moved in to save money. Initially, the arrangement brought joy and lively meals together. However, tensions grew as Brian and Emily’s presence strained resources, leaving Lucy and her daughter Ruby hungry too often. Despite efforts to maintain harmony, the imbalance became untenable. Lucy courageously confronted the issue, implementing a fair meal-sharing system. This sparked conflict, with Brian and Emily resisting the change. Ultimately, Lucy faced the difficult choice of asking them to find a new place if they couldn’t respect household rules. Though painful, Lucy’s decision affirmed the importance of mutual respect and fairness within family. While uncertainties remain, Lucy hopes their journey will lead to restored understanding and unity.
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