Cold Russian Borscht

Submitted by: GXO 
Beets are simmered in beef broth to make this delightful chilled soup. Serve with a big spoonful of sour cream and chopped cucumber on top. 

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Ukrainian Red Borscht Soup

Submitted by: Patti 
My friend's mother from the Ukraine taught me this recipe for the classic beet soup. It's as authentic as it gets. It can be served vegetarian style by omitting the sausage. 

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French Spring Soup

Submitted by: Luanne 
Fresh spring asparagus, spinach, and leeks from the garden are the ideal way to enjoy this hearty soup, but it's great any time of year! Potatoes, rice, and carrots round out this creamy favorite. 

Helga's Russian Borscht

Submitted by: KIKI810 
Living In: Arlington, Texas, USA
This delicious borscht is made with chunks of lamb instead of beef. 

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Spring Asparagus Salad

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Home Town: Owosso, Michigan, USA
Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA
This is a nice and simple cold salad that is nothing more than asparagus dressed in a Chinese-influenced vinaigrette topped with sesame seeds. It's a great way to celebrate the arrival of the asparagus crops! 

Spring Delight Salad

Submitted by: Chris Zimmerman 
Home Town: Smithville, Ohio, USA
Living In: San Diego, California, USA
This is a very elegant looking but extremely easy to make salad. Beautiful colors. 

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Beans, Greens and Garlic Soup

Submitted by: Lisa Stinger 
Home Town: Linden, New Jersey, USA
Living In: Hamilton, New Jersey, USA
Inspired by the traditional Italian pairing of pasta and beans, this hearty soup with cannelini beans, ditalini pasta, baby spinach, and an infusion of garlic is especially wholesome. 

Beans and Greens

Submitted by: MIKAYLASMOM 
Five different types of canned beans are cooked together with spinach in this hearty vegetarian stew. 

Fresh as a Daisy Spring Salad

Submitted by: Mary-Elizabeth Vaquer 
A fresh spring salad of mixed greens tossed with chopped tomatoes over a bed of avocado. A fresh lemon vinaigrette and darling daisy garnish finish off this salad with flair. 

My Mom's Good Old Potato Salad

Submitted by: ImChrists 
Home Town: Harbor City, California, USA
Living In: Apple Valley, California, USA
A simple, old-fashioned potato salad has only 5 ingredients, featuring hard boiled eggs and sweet pickles. 
 
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