32 oz Beets, diced canned
3 c Water
1 Celery stalk
1 Carrot, quartered
1 Bay leaf
1 Garlic clove, peeled
1/4 ts Peppercorns, whole
1/4 ts Salt
1 tb Lemon juice
1 ts Sugar
1 Dairy sour cream or dill
-sprigs Drain beetsm reserving liquid. Set beets aside. In a large saucepan combine beet liquid, water, celery, carrot, bay leaf, garlic, peppercorns and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Remove vsegetables and seasonings with a slotted spoon. Stir in reserved diced beets, lemon juice and sugar. Continue cooking 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve topped with sour cream and/or dill sprigs. Makes 8 servings. Tops Grocery Store Ad flyer. November 12, 1991 “Polish Christmas Eve”