Reader response to last week's column about my Polish grandmother's beet soup underscores the maxim that old recipes for ethnic foods are unique to families. The barszcz (Polish for borscht) I first ...

Grating the beets is the key to this streamlined version of borscht. For minimal hand-staining, wear kitchen gloves when handling the beets. A box grater works well for grating, but a food processor ...

Craving a warm, comforting beetroot soup with a classic Eastern European touch? This beet soup is a vibrant, flavorful recipe made with beets, onion, carrot, and garlic for a rich, earthy taste.