Beet soup just like in kindergarten
Description
The soup is easy and quick to prepare. Making borscht just like in kindergarten is very simple. Although different kindergartens may have their own recipe cards for this dish, the recipes are generally similar. You can use either meat broth or just water. In the latter case, this soup is suitable for fasting days or for those following a vegetarian diet.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Pour any meat broth into a saucepan; I'm using chicken broth. You can optionally use water instead. Add a bay leaf, salt to taste, and bring to a boil.
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Step 3
Meanwhile, cut the beet into small strips and place them in a frying pan with vegetable oil.
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Step 4
Sauté the beet until tender, then add grated carrot and diced onion.
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Step 5
Sauté everything together for 7-10 minutes. Add tomato paste at the end.
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Step 6
Continue cooking for a few more minutes, then remove the pan from the heat.
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Step 7
Peel the potatoes and cut them into small cubes.
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Step 8
Add the potatoes to the boiling broth and simmer until half-cooked. Then add the sautéed vegetables from the pan, mix well, adjust the seasoning with salt, and continue cooking until all ingredients are fully done.
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Step 9
At the end, add any fresh herbs to taste.
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Step 10
Beet soup just like in kindergarten is ready.
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Step 11
We pour the hot soup into bowls and serve with sour cream.