There once lived a humble beef farmer whose family lived a simple life. They were frugal, but happy and no matter how challenging things got on the farm, they always had a roof over their heads, food in their bellies and love in their hearts.
The beef farmer’s wife and child loved their soups and veggies, but the beef farmer was a meat and potatoes man. What better marriage than beets coupled with beef? The beef farmer ended up loving his borscht. The wee one did too. The wee one loved her sour cream too and could often be found polishing off an entire tub of sour cream…straight!
The Beef Farmer's Borscht
Hearty, delicious, nutrient-rich soup that is perfect on a cold day
Author: Christine McNaughton
Recipe type: Soup
Serves: 10
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Ingredients
- 1½ lb beets, washed/peeled/cubed
- 2 medium potatoes, washed/peeled/cubed
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled/diced
- 4 cups purple (or green) cabbage, diced
- 3 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- salt & black pepper
- 1 can diced tomato, drained (14.5 oz)
- 8 c water
- oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a dutch oven on medium high, heat oil. Sautee onion and garlic. Add ground beef. Brown meat.
- Add in beets, carrots and potatoes. Stir so vegetables do not stick to bottom of dutch oven. Cook until beets soften.
- Add cabbage and stir. Stir in diced tomatoes, sugar, vinegar and season with salt and black pepper.
- Add water and bring to boil. Let simmer for 40-50 min.
I’ve never tried Borscht but it sounds delicious! It must taste so good with your fresh ingredients from the farm.
Hmm, Borscht. Haven’t had that in years.
I have never tried Borscht, might be a good time to try it out! Thanks for the recipe!
I’m Polish so I eat Borscht but not with beef! I’ll give this a try. 🙂
I love beets and I don’t think they get used enough! This sounds delicious!
Heidi, I was actually thinking that the other day!! 🙂
We have a similar disparity of tastes in our home. I tend to be a vegetarian but my husband loves his meats. This recipe sounds like an ideal solution for one meal at least. I plan on trying it. Thank you for this and I welcome more.
Thanks so much, Elva! You know, this tastes just as good without the meat! It’s a great vegetarian option if you wish! 😀