Sauerkraut Shchi with Smoked Tofu

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 pound smoked tofu, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 small head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), shredded
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
• 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups sauerkraut, rinsed lightly and drained
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped, for garnish
• 1 loaf pumpernickel bread, sliced