Borscht
INGREDIENTS
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1 bay leaf
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1 tsp black peppercorns
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1/8 tsp mustard seeds
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3 sprig parsley
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3 sprig thyme
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2 cloves garlic
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3 Tbsp olive oil
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1 medium russet potato (3/4 pound), peeled, chopped
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2 ½ cup chopped red cabbage (about 1/4 small head)
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1 large onion, chopped
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8 cup (or more) vegetable or chicken stock
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6 2-inch-diameter beets, peeled and chopped
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1 cup drained canned chopped tomatoes
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1 Mutsu apple, peeled and grated
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Rice wine vinegar, to taste
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Coarse salt and freshly cracked black pepper
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Sour cream, for garnish
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Chopped fresh dill, for garnish
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