Hearty Borscht With Horseradish-Dill Sour Cream
This vibrant and hearty beet soup is a delightful combination of roasted beets, tender vegetables, and a dollop of tangy and creamy sour cream mixture. The roasted beets add a sweet and earthy flavor, while the fresh dill and horseradish in the sour cream topping provide a zesty kick. This soup is perfect for a cozy night in or as an elegant starter for a dinner party. Enjoy the comforting warmth and delicious flavors in each spoonful of this nourishing dish.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 6 beets with greens attached, about 2 lb. total
- 6 cups vegetable stock or canned broth
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 carrots, peeled and grated
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 baking potato, peeled and diced
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 Tbs. minced fresh dill
- 1 tsp. bottled prepared horseradish
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 400°F. Lightly oil a baking sheet.
- Trim off the beet greens and set aside. Quarter the beets lengthwise and place on the prepared baking sheet. Roast until softened and lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool. Peel and cut into bite-size chunks. Thinly slice enough beet greens to measure 1 cup. Set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the stock, tomato sauce, celery, carrots, onion and potato. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Add the beets and beet greens and simmer until the beets are tender and the greens are wilted, about 10 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the sour cream, dill and horseradish until blended.
- To serve, ladle the soup into warmed bowls and top each with a spoonful of the sour cream mixture. Serve immediately.
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