Title: Christmas Borscht
Categories: Vegetable German
Yield: 8 Servings

32	oz	Beets, diced canned
3	c	Water
1		Celery stalk
1		Carrot, quartered
1		Bay leaf
1		Garlic clove, peeled
1/4	ts	Peppercorns, whole
1/4	ts	Salt
1	tb	Lemon juice
1	ts	Sugar
1		Dairy sour cream or dill sprigs

Drain beetsm reserving liquid. Set beets aside. In a large saucepan combine beet liquid, water, celery, carrot, bay leaf, garlic, peppercorns and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Remove vsegetables and seasonings with a slotted spoon. Stir in reserved diced beets, lemon juice and sugar. Continue cooking 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve topped with sour cream and/or dill sprigs. Makes 8 servings.

Tops Grocery Store Ad flyer. November 12, 1991 "Polish Christmas Eve"

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