Grandma's Borscht (Polish Beet Soup)

By Chef #962474 on October 23, 2008

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Ingredients

    1. 1 small onion, chopped
    2. 2 small potatoes, cubed
    3. 3/4 cup carrot, chopped
    4. 500 ml vegetable stock
    5. 180 g beets
    6. 180 g green beans
    7. 1 bay leaf
    8. 1 teaspoon dill

Directions

  1. caramelize the onion in some olive oil.
  2. Add the potatoes and fry for about 2 minutes, careful not to let the onions and potatoes stick to the bottom of the pan. Use a bit more oil if necessary.
  3. Add the vegetable stock and carrots. If you use fresh green beans, add them at this point. Bring to a boil. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes until potatoes and carrots are tender.
  4. Add the beets, green beans, bay leaf, and dill. Simmer for a couple of hours. Serve with sour cream if desired.
 
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