RUSSIAN GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SOUP

RUSSIAN GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SOUP


1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
4 red potatoes, cubed
½ pound green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
5 cups vegetables, chicken, or beef broth
2 tablespoons whole-wheat flour
½ cup sour cream
¾ cup sauerkraut with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Salt and pepper to taste


1 heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and gently cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add potatoes and green beans; cook until the green beans have slightly softened, about 5 more minutes.

2. Pour in the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower then heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until potatoes have softened, about 15 minutes. Stir the flour into the sour cream, and add it a spoonful at a time to the simmering soup. Stir in the sauerkraut and dill, season to taste with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes more before serving.


Yield: 6 servings.