Beetroots with Red Peppers

Method

• step 1

  Put the beets in a big pot, pour in water to cover, and simmer for an hour from the moment water has boiled. When done, drain off the water and allow the beets to cool a bit. Peel and grate them coarsely.

• step 2

  Dice peppers and onions.

• step 3

  Mix water, olive oil, vinegar, sugar and salt in a large pot, add peppers and onions, bring to a boil and let simmer for 15 minutes. Add beetroots and boil another 10 minutes. Then remove from heat.

• step 4

  Put the hot beetroots into clean, dry jars. Screw the lids on tightly and immediately set them upside down. Cool completely.