Beet Soup

Description
In Romanian: Supa de sfecla

Ingredients

 * 3 qts / 3 l water
 * 2 lbs / 1 kg red beets
 * 1 tablespoon flour
 * 1 tablespoon sugar
 * 1 cup sour cream
 * 2 tablespoons vinegar
 * salt
 * 1 teaspoon butter
 * boiled noodles or toasted bread

Directions

 * 1) Clean the beets, wash and grate.
 * 2) Set to boil with the water for 30–40 minutes (uncovered).
 * 3) Strain and then add to the liquid the salt, sugar and vinegar.
 * 4) After it comes to another boil, add the butter mixed with the flour and sour cream, mix well and let it boil for a little while.
 * 5) Serve with boiled noodles or toast.