Easy Borscht
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Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan on medium-low. Add the chopped onion. Cook until tender, then add the carrots and green pepper.
Add the canned beets, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat. Stir in the sour cream or yogurt and serve.
Yields about 2½ cups
This soup can be enjoyed hot or cold. For a heartier version, increase the broth to 3 cups and add 2 boiled potatoes.

