Barszcz Czerwony

Ingredients

• 4 beets, peeled and grated
• 6 cups vegetable or beef broth
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 1 parsnip, sliced
• 1 onion, quartered
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt and black pepper
• Fresh marjoram, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1Simmer beets, carrot, parsnip, onion, garlic, and bay leaf in the broth for 45 minutes.
2. 2Strain the broth, discarding the solids, or blend part of the vegetables back in for a thicker soup.
3. 3Season the clear broth with lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
4. 4Return to a simmer for 10 more minutes to blend the flavors.
5. 5Serve hot as a clear soup, garnished with marjoram, traditionally alongside a savory pastry.

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