Uncle Bill's Russian Doukhobour Borscht is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with a variety of vegetables, including beets, cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, as well as beef or pork. The soup is seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, including dill, parsley, and garlic. It is often served with sour cream and rye bread.
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UNCLE BILL'S RUSSIAN/DOUKHOBOUR BORSCHT
This RUSSIAN/DOUKHOBOUR BORSCHT originated with my Russian Grandmother who was a vegetarian. Traditionally, the Russian/Doukhobours used about 1 pound of butter and at least 3 cups of whipping cream. I finally was able to make numerous adjustments to the ingredients and then reduce the amount of butter and whipping cream so that the Borscht tastes just as good, but not as rich. The procedure is rather lengthy, but is worth every bit of that time. The Borscht may be canned or frozen in containers. The original Russian Borscht had meat in it and also they used many red beets.
Provided by William Uncle Bill
Categories Potato
Time 1h30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large (8 quart) stock pot, add water and bring to boil.
- Add 1/2 cup of mashed tomatoes, quartered potatoes, chopped carrots, chopped onions, salt and beets and return to boil.
- Reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered for 15 minutes or until potatoes are just cooked.
- Meanwhile, begin to prepare all vegetables.
- When potatoes are cooked, remove with a slotted spoon into a mixing bowl.
- Add 3 tablespoons butter to potatoes, mash well.
- Stir in whipping cream, mixing well to incorporate; set aside.
- In a large frying pan, melt 3 tablespoons butter, add chopped onions and saute' until just softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add remaining mashed tomatoes and simmer uncovered until reduced to a creamy consistency.
- The sauce will be thickened.
- Cover, reduce heat to keep warm.
- In another large frying pan, melt the remainder 3 tablespoons butter, add 4 cups of shredded cabbage and on medium heat, fry until softened and very lightly browned, about 15 minutes, DO NOT BURN.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- To the cooking pot, add cubed potatoes and 1/2 cup of tomato-onion mixture.
- Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add cauliflower and celery and continue to boil gently until potatoes are just tender.
- Stir in remaining 4 cups of raw shredded cabbage and return soup to boil.
- Reduce heat; stir in mashed potatoes, fried cabbage and remaining tomato-onion mixture.
- Add diced green and red peppers, freshly ground black pepper, dill weed, lemon juice.
- Return to boil and cook for 3 more minutes.
- Cover and reduce heat to just warm and let borscht sit for 30 minutes for flavors to blend.
- Remove beets and discard or eat them separately.
- The beets are for coloring only.
- Adjust seasonings to taste.
- If borscht is too sweet to your liking, stir in some additional lemon juice.
- If desired, serve with a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
- Refrigerate any unused portions.
- Traditionally, medium or sharp cheddar cheese pieces and fresh bread or buns are served with the borscht.
HOT BORSCHT FROM THE RUSSIAN TEA ROOM
This recipe is in three parts: meat bouillon, beet broth and vegetables.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 5h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a large pot with sufficient water to cover them. Add a pinch of salt, and cook on low heat for 4 hours. Skim off fat from the top and discard. Remove approximately 1 cup of meat to use later as garnish for top of dish.
- Place beets in enough water to cover them and slowly simmer for 40 minutes, (do not boil.) Add remaining beet broth ingredients. Simmer on lowest heat for 3 to 4 hours. Peel beets. Strain the broth from the beets and keep them separately.
- Fry the bacon in a large pot in 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil until crispy. Discard bacon; only the fat is needed. To the bacon fat, add 2 tablespoons butter and the onion, carrot, cabbage and garlic. Cook on medium-low heat until the vegetables are soft. Add tarragon and dill. Add equal parts of meat bouillon and beet broth. Add cooked beets. Simmer for 15 minutes. Garnish with shredded meat, sour cream and dill.
RUSSIAN CABBAGE BORSCHT
An elderly lady residing in Turkey served this to a friend of ours while he was in that country several years ago. She has since passed away, but her recipe lives on. It is the best Borscht recipe I've ever enjoyed. Serve topped with sour cream, extra dill weed, chopped fresh tomatoes.
Provided by Puma
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Cabbage Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place sliced potatoes and beets in a medium saucepan over high heat; cover with stock, and boil until vegetables are tender. Remove potatoes and beets with a slotted spoon, and reserve stock.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, caraway seeds, and salt; cook until onions become soft and translucent. Then stir in celery, carrots, and cabbage. Mix in reserved stock; cook, covered, until all vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add potatoes and beets to the skillet. Season with black pepper and dill weed. Stir in cider vinegar, honey, and tomato puree. Cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer at least 30 minutes. Serve topped with sour cream, extra dill weed, and chopped fresh tomatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 908 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality beef broth or stock. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the borscht.
- Don't be afraid to add more vegetables to the soup. Carrots, parsnips, celery, and turnips are all good additions.
- If you don't have any fresh cabbage, you can use sauerkraut instead. Just rinse it well before adding it to the soup.
- Serve the borscht with a dollop of sour cream and some fresh dill. This will add a delicious tangy flavor to the soup.
Conclusion:
Uncle Bill's Russian Doukhobour Borscht is a hearty and delicious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your own liking. Whether you like it more sour, more sweet, or with more vegetables, this soup is sure to please everyone at your table.
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