Russian Cabbage Soup

Ingredients

 * 1 1/2 lb Lean rump or chuck roast
 * 2 c Cooked chopped tomatoes
 * 1 ea Large onion, chopped
 * 1 ea Bay leaf
 * 1 ea Clove garlic, minced
 * 3 Quarts cold water
 * 1 ea Medium head cabbage,shredded
 * 2 tb Sugar
 * 2 tb White vinegar
 * 1 tb Fresh lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste,

Directions

 * 1) In a large soup pot, cover the beef, tomatoes, onion, bay leaf, and garlic with the cold water.
 * 2) Let stand for 1 hour. Simmer, covered, for 2-3 hours.
 * 3) Remove the bay leaf and add the cabbage, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper.
 * 4) Simmer for 15 minutes or until the cabbage is tender.
 * 5) Before serving, add the lemon juice and garnish each serving with a dollop of the sour cream.