How to Cook Slow Cooker Borscht in Easy Steps

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Slow cooker borscht –There’s something incredibly comforting about a warm bowl of borscht, especially when it’s prepared in a slow cooker. This traditional Eastern European dish has a vibrant color and a rich, earthy flavor that warms the soul. It’s perfect for those chilly days when you want something hearty and nutritious. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe that will impress your family and friends!

Slow Cooker Borscht (Mom’s Yummy Recipe)

For this recipe, we’ll be using fresh ingredients that come together beautifully in your slow cooker. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, creating an irresistible dish that you won’t be able to resist. Don’t forget to grab some sour cream to garnish your serving!

Slow Cooker Borscht

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium beets, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, grated
  • 1 medium potato, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh dill, for garnish
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Begin by preparing all your vegetables. Peel and dice the beets, chop the onion, grate the carrots, dice the potato, and chop the red bell pepper.
  2. In your slow cooker, combine the diced beets, chopped onion, grated carrots, diced potato, red bell pepper, and minced garlic.
  3. Add the vegetable broth, tomato paste, and apple cider vinegar to the slow cooker. Stir everything together to ensure the tomato paste is well incorporated.
  4. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Feel free to adjust according to your preference.
  5. Set your slow cooker to low and cook for about 6 to 8 hours or until the ingredients are tender and the flavors have melded together.
  6. Once the cooking time is up, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more vinegar or salt, depending on your preference.
  7. When ready to serve, ladle the borscht into bowls and top with a spoonful of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
  8. This borscht pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Enjoy this hearty and vibrant slow cooker borscht that warms not just the body but also the heart. Perfect for meal prep, leftovers taste even better the next day! Serve it proudly and enjoy the delightful flavors with loved ones.