Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 packed cups thinly sliced green cabbage
  • 3 medium white potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 2 medium beets, peeled and coarsely shredded
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and coarsely shredded
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • salt
  • 12 grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1 . 2 inch dice
  • 15 ounces great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill

Method

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and onions and cook until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Add carrots, potatoes, cabbage, tomato paste. bay leaf, and 2 quarts water and stir well.
  • Increase heat to medium high and bring to a boil. Turn to medium low and cook partially covered until vegetables are just tender about 15 minutes.
  • Add chicken, tomatoes and beans and half the dill. Cook 6-8 minutes. Season to taste. Serve in bowls with rest of dill for garnish.