Barszcz Beet Soup

Polish soup pronounced Barstch is served on Christmas Eve.(A few dried mushroom pieces can be added for extra flavor--optional). My family loves putting a scoop of mashed potatoes right into the soup. Garnish any way you enjoy.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 32  ounces  canned beets
• 1  onion, sliced
• 1  quart water
• 2  cups  vegetable stock
• 1  lemon, juice of
• 2  tablespoons  balsamic vinegar
• 2  tablespoons sugar
•  salt and pepper

• Optional Garnish

• 1⁄2 cup sour cream
•  port wine, to drizzle

Directions

1. Reserve beet juice. Grate beets and onions. Add to soup pot.
2. Add water, and vegetable stock. (A few dried mushroom pieces can be added for extra flavor--optional).
3. Cook 30 minutes.
4. Whisk together reserved juice, vinegar, lemon juice, & sugar . Add to boiling soup, simmer at 10 minutes more. Adjust seasonings.
5. Garnish with your choice.