Borscht 3

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2Litres beef stock
2mediumsPotatoes peeled and cut into
Cubes
2Carrots, peeled and
Julienned
1largeOnion peeled and chopped
Finely
2largesBeetroot, peeled and
Julienned
3Stalks celery, julienned
3Cloves garlic, crushed
2teaspoonsSugar
1teaspoonSea salt
1teaspoonFreshly ground black pepper
¼smallCabbage, shredded
6Ripe tomatoes, peeled and
Cut into cubes
3Sprigs fresh dill, chopped
Finely
3Sprigs Italian parsley
Light sour cream
Finely chopped dill

Directions

TO SERVE:

Bring the stock, potatoes, carrots, onion, beetroot, celery, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper to the boil in a large saucepan. Simmer, covered, for 30 to 40 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked. Add the cabbage, tomatoes, dill and parsley. Cook for a further 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to stand for 10 minutes.

Serve in large soup plates with a teaspoon each of sour cream and chopped dill.

From: Ian Hoare Date: 07-27-96