If you love borscht and you love shakshuka, try borschuka: eggs poached in red borscht. Make scrappy beet kvass while you prep. No waste!
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The Secret to the Ultimate Creamy Hummus: Chana Dal
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Besan Chilla: Easy 5 Ingredient Savory Gram Flour Pancakes
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Make Borscht Not War Recipe and a Fundraising Update
This borscht recipe uses all the beet parts to reduce food waste—the beetroot, stems and leaves. Make a bit of beet kvass with the scraps too.
Easy, Adaptable, Sweet & Sour Apple-Cranberry Chutney
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Simple Restaurant-Style Mexican Red Rice: Arroz Rojo
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