Borscht for American Taste

Ingredients and Weight:

• Beets (4 lbs, peeled and diced)
• Potatoes (2 lbs, peeled and diced)
• Carrots (1 lb, peeled and diced)
• Onion (1 cup, chopped)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Cabbage (1 cup, shredded)
• Beef broth (8 cups)
• Tomato juice (3 cups)
• Worcestershire sauce (1 tbsp)
• Sugar (1 tbsp)
• Vinegar (1/2 cup)
• Sour cream (optional, for serving)

Preparation Time:

1 hour

Cooking Time:

2 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
2. Add the beets, potatoes, carrots, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the beef broth and tomato juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the shredded cabbage and cook for another 15 minutes, or until softened.
5. Stir in the sugar and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot with sour cream, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 240 per serving
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 10g
• Fat: 10g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Vibrant red color from the beets
• Hearty and flavorful with a balance of sweet and sour notes
• Americanized with Worcestershire sauce and vinegar

User Comments:

• "This is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day."
• "I love the bright color and the tangy flavor. It's like a taste of summer in the middle of winter."
• "I'm not usually a fan of borscht, but this version is really good. It's not too heavy or sour."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find vinegar, you can substitute lemon juice.
• The longer you simmer the borscht, the more flavorful it will become.
• If you don't have time to peel the beets, you can buy them pre-peeled in the supermarket.