# Borscht (from Natashas Kitchen)

Video: [Classic Ukrainian Borscht Recipe](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g) by [Natashas Kitchen](https://www.youtube.com/@Natashaskitchen).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$4.41 per serving, ~$13.23 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$17.59* per serving (80%) vs ordering out (~$22.00*). * Estimate: 6 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario bistro plate at ~$22, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 3 medium potatoes
- 2 ribs celery
- 1 medium onion
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 2 medium carrots
- 3 medium beets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 6 cups water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp ketchup
- 1 can (with juice) canned white beans
- 2 bay leaves
- 2-3 tbsp (or to taste) white vinegar
- 1 tsp (or to taste) sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 large clove garlic
- 3 tbsp (chopped) fresh dill
- to taste sour cream
- 1 (sliced) French baguette
- to taste butter

## Steps

1. [0:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=15s) Peel and slice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, then submerge them in cold water to prevent discoloration.
2. [0:31](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=31s) Finely chop the celery, dice the onion, finely chop the red bell pepper, and peel and slice the carrots.
3. [1:49](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=109s) Peel the beets and grate them using a food processor fitted with a grating attachment.
4. [2:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=143s) Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, add the grated beets, and sauté for 10 minutes.
5. [2:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=152s) Pour the chicken broth and water into the pot with the beets.
6. [3:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=203s) Drain the potatoes and add them to the pot along with the sliced carrots, then bring the mixture to a low boil and cook for 10 to 15 minutes.
7. [3:36](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=216s) In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, add two tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the onion, celery, and bell pepper for 7 to 8 minutes.
8. [3:48](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=228s) Stir the ketchup into the skillet veggies and cook for 30 seconds, then transfer the mixture into the main soup pot.
9. [4:03](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=243s) Add the canned beans along with their liquid to the soup pot once the potatoes and carrots are tender.
10. [4:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=249s) Add the bay leaves, white vinegar, sea salt, black pepper, pressed garlic, and chopped dill to the soup.
11. [5:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=309s) Simmer the soup for another 2 to 3 minutes, then adjust the salt and vinegar to your preference.
12. [5:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CXgPVw_-0g&t=340s) Serve the hot borscht topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprig of fresh dill.
13. Optionally, butter sliced baguette pieces and toast them in a skillet until crispy to serve alongside the soup.

## Equipment

- food processor
- Dutch oven
- skillet
- garlic press

## What the video didn't say

- exact servings
- total cooking time

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