Vibrant Beet Borscht: A Taste of Tradition.

Ingredients: Gather 3 medium beets, 1 large onion, 2 carrots, 2 potatoes, 1/4 head of cabbage, 3 cups beef or vegetable broth, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Prepare Vegetables: Peel and grate beets and carrots. Chop onions, potatoes, and cabbage.

Cook Beets: In a large pot, bring the broth to a boil. Add beets and cook for 10 minutes.

Sauté Vegetables: In a separate pan, sauté onions and carrots in oil until soft. Add tomato paste and cook for another 5 minutes.

Combine Ingredients: Add sautéed vegetables, potatoes, and cabbage to the pot with beets. Stir in vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, until all vegetables are tender.

Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve: Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and fresh dill if desired.