Classic Borscht (Red Beet Soup) - Food Gardening Network

Ingredients

• 3 medium-size beets, peeled and grated
• 3 medium golden potatoes peeled and sliced into bite-sized pieces
• 2 carrots peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 celery ribs trimmed and finely chopped
• 1 small red bell pepper finely chopped, optional
• 1 medium onion finely chopped
• 4 Tbsp ketchup or 3 Tbsp tomato sauce
• 4 Tbsp olive oil divided
• 8 cups chicken broth + 2 cups water
• 1 can white cannellini beans, juice included
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 Tablespoons white vinegar (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• pinch of black pepper
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 3 Tablespoons chopped dill