Christmas borscht

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
32ouncesBeets, diced canned
3cupsWater
1Celery stalk
1Carrot, quartered
1Bay leaf
1Garlic clove, peeled
¼teaspoonPeppercorns, whole
¼teaspoonSalt
1tablespoonLemon juice
1teaspoonSugar
Dairy sour cream or dill sprigs

Directions

Drain beets reserving liquid. Set beets aside. In a large saucepan combine beet liquid, water, celery, carrot, bay leaf, garlic, peppercorns and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove vegetables and seasonings with a slotted spoon. Stir in reserved diced beets, lemon juice and sugar.

Continue cooking for 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve topped with sour cream and/or dill sprigs.

Makes 8 servings.

Tops Grocery Store Ad flyer. November 12, 1991"Polish Christmas Eve" Posted by Jean Cody. Courtesy of Fred Peters.