Making Borsch with Sour Cream on the side

Making Borsch Today, per my husband's request. I still have 2 large bags of beets we bought at the farmers market.. Lately, it has been a problem to stay motivated.

Classic Ukrainian Borsch Recipe

After several requests for my borscht recipe, here it is.  Ukrainian Borscht… everyone knows what it is and many people enjoy it; Ukrainian or not. My sister taught me how to make it this way. It’s a little time-consuming (at least 2 hours). Click here for my speedier borsch version. If you are pressed for time, shave off 1 hour by using canned beets with their juice. I used fresh beets from Mom’s garden. I love the deep ruby color of this borsch! It’s so healthy and nutritious; packed with beans (protein), beets (iron), carrots (carotene), potatoes (vit C, potassium, Vit B6), cabbage (vit K, vit C, fiber, etc…), Can you tell I’m taking a nutrition class right now?? Hope you enjoy this recipe. 

Ingredients for Classic Ukrainian Borsch:

2 large or 3 medium beets, thoroughly washed
2 large or 3 medium potatoes, sliced into bite-sized pieces
4 Tbsp of cooking oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, grated
1/2 head of cabbage, thinly chopped (see picture)
1 can kidney beans with their juice
2 bay leaves
10 cups water
6 cups chicken broth
5 Tbsp ketchup
4 Tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 Tbsp chopped dill