Russian Borsh

Directions

1. 1
   pour the oil in a pot, sautee onions until golden.
2. 2
   Throw in the grated carrots and the grated beets.
3. 3
   stir and leave to saute for about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the tomato paste, stir and leave for another 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the meat, potatoes, and the garlic
6. 6
   Add water to the pot, and bring to boil
7. 7
   cover partially, lower the heat to medium/low
8. 8
   let simmer for about an hour
9. 9
   In an hour, add the diced celery and the sliced cabbage
10. 10
    Cook for another 30 minutes until the cabbage is soft.
11. 11
    pour into a bowl, with a dallop of sour cream (optional)