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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 lbs golden beets, diced
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup water
  • salt & fresh ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method

  • Saute beets and onions in olive oil for approximately 10 minutes.
  • Add 2c of the chicken stock and heat through.
  • Add 1c water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a simmer for approximately 45 minutes or until beets are tender.
  • Let cool slightly.
  • Puree the soup in blender or food processor until very smooth.
  • If soup is too thick, add some of the 3rd c of chicken stock.
  • Add lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  • If you like, you can garnish with red beet puree.