It's cold and rainy today, and feels the more so because it was so hot and sunny yesterday. (Not complaining, just noticing.)
I was in the mood to work on a recipe for Polish beetroot soup. Here's what I have so far, with some notes about how to make it better. I like beets A LOT but they are high in oxalates, which B is trying to avoid.
Saute a small chopped onion in olive oil. (I used a large onion, and I thought there was too much onion). Really cook the onion down; don't be in a hurry to finish and eat. (I was!)
Drain a can of beets (I use the sliced ones), reserving the liquid. Chop the beets (you can do this inside the can, which reduces the risk of beet stains everywhere).
Add to sauted onions: 2 C chicken broth (I'm going to try beef broth next time), 1 C water, reserved beet liquid, and chopped beets. Simmer for awhile.
Thicken with a paste made of: 1 T flour; 1 T sugar; 1 T fresh lemon juice; 1 T red wine vinegar (I think balsamic is too dark in color); and 1 T of red wine (optional).
Season with 1/2 t dill weed, white pepper. Salt to taste. Serves 2.
It's not like what we had in Poland, but it's very good - very warming and healthful-feeling. Would be nice with a plateful of mushroom pierogi sauted up with bacon bits....
Posted by otto0114 at May 20, 2007 02:41 PM