Schi (Russian Cabbage Soup)

Schi (Russian Cabbage Soup)


1. In a medium-to-large stewpot or crockpot, layer the above ingredients in the following order: Bacon, 1/4 of the cabbage, 1/4 of the sauerkraut, 1/4 of the tomatoes, 1/4 of the barley.

2. Layer the remaining cabbage, sauerkraut, tomatoes and barley in the same amounts and order.

3. If there appears to be insufficient tomato juice, add about 1 cup water.

4. Salt and pepper if desired.

5. Cover, cook on high for about 20 minutes, then reduce heat to simmer and cook for an additional 3-5 hours, checking occasionally to make sure your heat is low enough that the soup does not burn.

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