Comments on: Borscht https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/ Internationally inspired recipes for everyone to enjoy - mostly healthy, always tasty Fri, 04 Mar 2022 03:27:26 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-84070 Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:37:25 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-84070 In reply to Shawn Smith.

Glad to hear it inspired you and it tasted good! The mix of vegetables definitely adds plenty of flavor. And understand on aromatics, but this is based on the way I learnt from my former teacher in Russia, so I stuck with it!

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By: Shawn Smith https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-84064 Tue, 02 Feb 2021 22:32:30 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-84064 I was inspired by this recipe, though I suppose you could say I didn’t actually follow it. I sautéed the aromatics first, since I have never made a soup or stew that didn’t start this way. For this I used some lard in lieu of starting with a bit of bacon or ham, which seem like they would fare well here. Then I added the broth and beets, turnips, and chard stalks (really appreciate that suggestion!). Turned out great. Thanks for the inspiration!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-71940 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 13:39:27 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-71940 In reply to Gina Parnell.

So glad to hear you enjoyed! It's definitely something that works to adapt to the vegetables you have (in fact I often vary myself for that very reason), and seasoning as well.

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By: Gina Parnell https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-71912 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 02:50:18 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-71912 Thanks for sharing this recipe. It gave me a good hot version of borscht. I had to make some adjustments because I didn’t find any lamb and I used parsnips in lieu of turnips and I also added a dash of salt, some marjoram (1/2 tsp), with the same amount.of dried dill and dried parsley. I also blended the veggies after cooked. It turned out excellent (even though that beautiful red color of the beets was gone), but I couldn’t have done it without your recipe as a starter.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53350 Mon, 19 Feb 2018 02:45:42 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53350 In reply to Jason.

Thanks Jason, that was the way I was taught and not just because I love lamb, I do think it really adds to the flavor. Enjoy!

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By: Jason https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53292 Sat, 17 Feb 2018 21:37:21 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53292 5 stars
Hey, Caroline! I have cooked borscht many times, but not with lamb before- but I will definitely try this: I can see how it would add to the depth of flavour.
As a runner, I know all about the power of the mighty beet!
But I especially liked your background story- context adds so much. Thanks for sharing!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53244 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 02:16:57 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53244 In reply to Ramona.

Thanks Ramona, it's such a tasty, healthy mix.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53243 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 02:16:33 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53243 In reply to Amanda Wren-Grimwood.

Thanks Amanda, it really does make things both quicker and easier, but with all the great flavor.

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53242 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 02:16:06 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53242 In reply to Brian Jones.

Thanks Brian. And I know what you mean - I think the pickled stuff is why my mum disliked it and was all I tried when I was younger, too. But when you get into the actual vegetable it's so much better!

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By: Ramona https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53210 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 11:30:39 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53210 5 stars
I like beets and I think this recipe is a must. It’s so colourful and super healthy. Love this 👍🤗

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By: Amanda Wren-Grimwood https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53209 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 10:32:56 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53209 5 stars
I think it's a great idea to grate the veggies instead of chopping as it does look beautiful done this way. Beetroot is really popular here so I'll be giving this a go.

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By: Brian Jones https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-53203 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 08:01:10 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-53203 5 stars
I always hated beetroot growing up, it was the nasty pickled stuff that was the culprit, I have learned to love it a little more since spending the last 10 years in Hungary... Borscht is always a tasty hearty dish, loving the photos 🙂

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7805 Fri, 30 Oct 2015 15:37:20 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7805 In reply to Jennifer Stewart.

Thanks Jennifer, why not make the roasted ones into a salad and get some more fresh for this? 🙂

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By: Jennifer Stewart https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7803 Fri, 30 Oct 2015 15:02:07 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7803 I love beets! Not only are they gorgeous but they have so much iron! I could eat the entire pot right now!!! Just roasted some for a salad but now I am rethinking my decision... Thanks for sharing with Saucy Saturdays!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7725 Wed, 28 Oct 2015 16:16:39 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7725 In reply to Stef.

Thanks, Stef, yes there are variations across the region - I hope you like this version!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7719 Wed, 28 Oct 2015 16:13:07 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7719 In reply to Indira.

Thanks, Indira, this is indeed a great introduction to Russian cooking, I hope you like it!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7715 Wed, 28 Oct 2015 16:09:07 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7715 In reply to Hilda.

Oh wow, Hilda, you will certainly be more than aware, then. It took a little time but yes, definitely some positive memories!

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By: Caroline's Cooking https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7711 Wed, 28 Oct 2015 16:06:45 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7711 Thanks, Judi, it's definitely a tasty soup, great flavors in there. Happy FF to you too.

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By: Stef https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7615 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 20:17:32 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7615 Yummy I had this, or something similar while I was in Poland last month! It is so delicious! I can't wait to give this recipe a go!! xx

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By: Indira https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7586 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 01:31:10 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7586 This looks so great, Caroline! I've always wanted to try borscht and get into Russian cooking on the whole. I love that this recipe seems so simple and not at all intimidating. Plus it looks flexible enough and is a good way to use up the lamb bones that would likely otherwise go to waste. Thanks for sharing with us at FF and reigniting my interest in Russian cooking!

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By: Kaila (GF Life 24/7) https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7571 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 15:53:43 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7571 What an amazing experience to spend some time studying in Russia! I love the vibrant colors in this dish! Gorgeous!

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By: Hilda https://www.carolinescooking.com/borscht/#comment-7547 Fri, 23 Oct 2015 21:46:42 +0000 http://www.carolinescooking.com/?p=1038#comment-7547 Your borscht looks fabulous. I certainly understand your cravings living in Russia. I was there for 11 years, but what I really remember is how much I appreciated the greens when we had them. I have never managed to feel the same sort of excitement since. I'm glad you too have some positive associations with your time there.

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