Harvard Beets

Directions

1. 1
   Wash the beets and cook in boiling water until tender. Remove the skins.
2. 2
   Cut the beets into thin slices or cubes. Set aside. Mix the sugar, cornstarch and salt.
3. 3
   Add the vinegar.
4. 4
   Boil the sauce for 5 minutes stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Add butter.
6. 6
   Pour sauce over beets and let stand for a few minutes to absorb the sweet-sour flavor.