CHUNKY BEET, POTATO AND BEEF SOUP

Chunky Beet, Potato and Beef Soup image

Provided by dicentra

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
6 scallions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 lbs beets, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
3/4 lb potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 lb beef sirloin, cut into 1/4 inch chunks
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat the oil over moderate heat.
Add the scallion and garlic and sauté for two minutes or until the scallions are tender.
Add the beets, potatoes, carrots, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper and 4 ½ cups of water.
Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 30 minutes or until the beets and potatoes are tender.
Add the beef and cook for three minutes or until just cooked through.
Serve topped with a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.1, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 63.3, Sodium 883.3, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 29.4, Protein 24