Borscht

Ingredients:

• 8 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1/4 head of cabbage, chopped
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp dried dill
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sour cream and chopped fresh herbs for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine broth, onion, and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Add carrots, potatoes, cabbage, and tomatoes. Stir well.
3. Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add white vinegar, sugar, dried dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
5. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh herbs if desired.