Ukrainian Borscht Prairie

Ukrainian settlers brought borscht to the prairies, and it became the soul food of the region. Beets grew faithfully in every prairie garden, and borscht — with its deep ruby color and warming broth — became the soup that defined family kitchens from Winnipeg to Edmonton. Every prairie Ukrainian family has its own recipe, guarded and passed down with love.

This borscht is sweet and earthy, tangy and savory all at once: tender beets, soft cabbage, and potato in a rich broth, finished with fresh dill and a cool spoonful of sour cream. Serve it steaming hot with a side of perogies or thick slices of homemade bread, and you have a meal that feels like a hug.

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