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Bison Borscht

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course dinner, Soup
Cuisine American, Ukrainian
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Beets
  • 1 lb Bison Bacon
  • 1 large Onion
  • 2 carrots Carrots
  • 2 potatoes Potatoes
  • 1 can Baked Beans
  • 8 cups Beef Broth
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • Salt to taste Salt
  • Pepper to taste Pepper
  • Sour Cream for garnish Sour Cream
  • Dill for garnish Dill

Instructions
 

  • Render the bison bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving the fat.
  • Sauté onion and carrots in the bacon fat until softened.
  • Add beets and potatoes to the pot and cook for a few minutes.
  • Pour in beef broth, add tomato paste, vinegar, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in baked beans and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of dill.
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