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Borsch
A tasty Russian country-style soup
Photo of Borsch (a Russian style soup): a quick microwave soup recipe provided with nutrition facts for a Russian country taste.
[4 servings]    Cooking time: 30 minutes
 

Image of ingredients of borsch. 1/2 pound whole beef sausage, pierce the casing with fork tines so it won't split
1/2 head cabbage, cut into four wedges
2 cups potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 Large tomato, cored and cut into 8 wedges
1 1/2 cups onion, sliced
1 can (10.6 oz.) sliced beets
1/2 cup beet juice
2 cups boiling water
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules or 2 cubes, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon whole pepper
4 tablespoons sour cream

1. Place the prepared vegetables and sausage in a microwave-safe bowl (4 quart.) Add boiling water and the beet juice from the can.

2. Add the bay leaf, bouillon, salt and pepper. Cover with a microwave lid.

3. Cook on HIGH(1200W) for 15 – 16 minutes or until the fluid boils. Switch to LOW (30%) and cook for 9 – 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

4. Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

* When using plastic wrap as a cover, poke a hole in the center to release the steam.

For how long you should cook with your microwave oven, see Cooking Time vs Wattage Conversion.
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Nutrition Facts
One serving contains:
Calories Total Fat Saturated Fat Cholesterol Sodium Carbohydrate Dietary Fiber Protein
354 12.8g 0.1g 37mg 1232mg 36.4g 6.3g 14.6g
 
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