Borscht

Name: Borscht
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 3 large beets, peeled and grated; 1/2 head cabbage, shredded; 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed; 3 potatoes, peeled and diced; 8 cups water or broth; sour cream for serving

Prep: 30 min Cook: 60 min Total: 90 min Serves: 6 Gluten-Free

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This vibrant red beet soup is a staple in Eastern European cuisine. It's hearty, slightly sour, and packed with vegetables like beets, cabbage, carrots, and potatoes.

Ingredients

3 large beets, peeled and grated
1/2 head cabbage, shredded
1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
3 potatoes, peeled and diced
8 cups water or broth
sour cream for serving

Instructions

1

In a large soup pot, brown the beef chunks in oil. Add water and bring to a boil. Skim off foam, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
2

Add the grated beets and cook for another 10-15 minutes.
3

Stir in the potatoes, carrots, and onions. Cook for 10 minutes.
4

Add the shredded cabbage and tomato paste. Simmer until all vegetables are tender.
5

Season with vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
6

Remove from heat. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and fresh dill.

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