Exciting Vegetable Borscht
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Russian, European, < 60 Mins
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 91.3
- Fat Content: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 703mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 18.9g
- Fiber Content: 3.9g
- Sugar Content: 5.2g
- Protein Content: 4.9g
- Servings: 8
Description:
This unique borscht recipe, born in the sunny ambiance of Palm Springs, California, deviates from traditional versions, offering a delightful twist with the inclusion of Kraft Catalina dressing. The result? A tantalizing blend of flavors that will elevate your soup experience to new heights.
Ingredients:
- 5 red beets, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 rutabaga, chopped
- 1 can (19 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 potatoes, cubed
- 10 cups water
- 2 tsp caraway seeds
- 1 red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped (including leaves)
- 1/2 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tsp dried dill weed
Instructions:
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Prepare the Vegetables: In a large frying pan, combine Kraft Catalina dressing, diced beets, diced carrots, chopped onion, and chopped rutabaga. Cover and cook over medium-high heat until the vegetables are just tender, stirring occasionally. This should take about 10 to 12 minutes.
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Transfer to Saucepan: Once the vegetables are cooked, transfer them to a large cooking saucepan.
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Add Remaining Ingredients: To the saucepan, add the beef consomme, water, crushed tomatoes, cubed potatoes, caraway seeds, thinly sliced red and green cabbage, chopped celery, cauliflower florets, and black pepper. Cover and cook until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. This should take approximately 10 minutes.
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Season and Simmer: Once the potatoes are tender, add the soy sauce and dried dill weed to the soup. Allow it to simmer for an additional 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Adjust Seasonings: Taste the borscht and adjust the seasonings according to your preference. You can add more salt, pepper, or any other desired seasoning at this stage.
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Serve: Serve the borscht hot, garnished with dollops of sour cream or yogurt if desired. The creamy addition adds a delightful contrast to the vibrant flavors of the soup.
Conclusion:
This Exciting Vegetable Borscht is a culinary adventure that marries the traditional Russian soup with the sunny flair of Palm Springs. With its vibrant colors, rich flavors, and unique twist of using Kraft Catalina dressing, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this delightful dish, perfect for any occasion.
