Scandinavian Pickled Beets

½ cup vinegar

½ cup water

½ cup sugar

salt and pepper to taste

1 (15 ounce) can sliced canned beets, drained

Combine the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil and cook until sugar dissolves.

Arrange the beets in a glass or ceramic bowl; pour the hot vinegar mixture over the beets. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours. Drain and serve.