Pickled Beets with Red Onions

Step 1: In a pot large enough to hold the beets cover with water.

Step 2: Add 1 teaspoon salt to the water and bring beets to a boil.

Step 3: Reduce heat continue simmering the beets until tender (about 30 minutes).

Step 4: Drain and cover beets with cold water to cool them.

Step 5: Slip off the skins and slice them.

Step 6: Place sliced beets in a nonreactive bowl.

Step 7: In a small saucepan mix together onions, sugar, vinegar,1 teaspoon salt, 2/3 cup water.

Step 8: Bring to a boil, simmer 5 minutes.

Step 9: Pour the hot marinade over the prepared beets, cool at room temperature.

Step 10: Cover and place in fridge overnight or at least for a few hours.