Pam's Golden Beet Borscht | Just A Pinch Recipes

Pam's Golden Beet Borscht | Just A Pinch Recipes

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Prepare beets by washing and then cutting off leaves about 2 inches above the beet, also leaving the root intact. Place in large saucepan with enough water to cover and bring...

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Ingredients

  • 8 to 10 - golden beets, about 2 1/2 inch diameter
  • 2 to 3 tablespoon(s) butter
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped fine (about 1/2 c)
  • 1 stick(s) celery, chopped fine (about 1/2 c)
  • 2 small carrots, grated (about 3/4 c)
  • 1 to 2 cup(s) green cabbage, finely shredded or chopped
  • 1 - bouquet garni (see below)
  • ## BOUQUET GARNI- 1/2 TSP MUSTARD SEED, 2 SPRIGS THYME, 2 CLOVES GARLIC MASHED, 1/2 TSP. PEPPERCORNS, SEVERAL PARSLEY STEMS AND SOME LEAVES. TIE IN CHEESECLOTH OR PLACE IN HERB INFUSER.
  • 1 teaspoon(s) turmeric (optional) for color
  • 1 pinch(es) saffron threads (optional) for color and flavor
  • 2 can(s) chicken stock (15oz each) or homemade chicken or veggie stock
  • 1 can(s) campbell's golden tomato soup (or about 2 c. fresh golden cherry tomatoes or chopped fresh yellow tomatoes from farmers market or garden)
  • 1/4 cup(s) instant potato flakes dry (or 1 medium potato peeled and shredded)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoon(s) agave nectar or honey or sweetener of your choice (to taste)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoon(s) white wine or cider vinegar (to taste)
  • 1 dash(es) hot sauce (optional)
  • - salt to taste
  • - sour cream or sweet cream, chopped fresh dill or parsley for serving

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