Russian Cabbage Soup

Ingredients

 * 1½ lb lean rump or chuck roast
 * 2 cups cooked chopped tomatoes
 * 1 large onion, chopped
 * 1 bay leaf
 * 1 clove garlic, minced
 * 3 quarts cold water
 * 1 ea medium head cabbage,shredded
 * 2 tbsp sugar
 * 2 tbsp white vinegar
 * 1 tbsp 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.
 * 3) Simmer, covered, for 2 – 3 hours.
 * 4) Remove the bay leaf and add the cabbage, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper.
 * 5) Simmer for 15 minutes or until the cabbage is tender.
 * 6) Before serving, add the lemon juice and garnish each serving with a dollop of the sour cream.