Soup of the Day

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When I was growing up we ate a LOT of Russian borscht. This is similar to what we had.

1 handful of small beets, scrubbed, not peeled, sliced

1/2 onion, chopped

1/3 small cabbage, chopped

1 handful dried summer squash

1 handful dried tomatoes

1 teaspoon whole black pepper

1 bay leaf

water to cover generously

Simmer all until barely done. If you use stock instead of water, you will not need any salt or other flavor-enhancer. If not, you might want to use a little salt or soy, or whatever you use.

Part of the charm of remembrance of this soup is biting down on a peppercorn. If that idea doesn't make it with you, use ground pepper.

I bet you all are going to be glad when I use up the dried summer squash, huh??? <VBG>

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