Beet Soup With Caraway
This beet soup is silky and earthy, enriched with carrots, leeks, dill, and fragrant caraway, then crowned with sour cream and a sprinkle of dehydrated sauerkraut for a touch of brightness.
- One pound of fresh beets
- A small bunch of fresh dill
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 leeks white and light green part, chopped
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tbsp caraway seeds
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- Dehydrated sauerkraut powder
Roast one pound of beets in a roasting pan at 375 degrees until tender. Peel and chop. Set aside.
Blend chopped dill with sour cream. Refrigerate.
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add caraway seeds, stir until they start popping. Add leeks. Stir. Add a cup of water to keep the seeds from burning. Cook until the leeks are soft. Add beets and vegetable stock. Cook 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld.
Put the soup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
Pour into bowls.
Top with dilled sour cream and dehydrated sauerkraut powder.