Harvard Beets

By Katecooks

Ingredients

• 2 lbs small fresh beets, peeled and halved
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 / cup brown sugar
• 2 tbs corn starch
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 2 tbs butter
• 1 1/2 tsp whole cloves

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place beets in a 3 qt slow cooker.

2. In a small bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in orange juice and vinegar. Pour over beets

3. Place cloves on a double thick piece of cheesecloth, bring corners together and tie with cooking string. Place bag in slow cooker.

4. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or until tender. Remove spice bag and serve.