32 oz Beets, diced canned 3 c Water 1 Celery stalk 1 Carrot, quartered 1 Bay leaf 1 Garlic clove, peeled 1/4 ts Peppercorns, whole 1/4 ts Salt 1 tb Lemon juice 1 ts Sugar 1 Dairy sour cream or dill -sprigs Drain beetsm reserving liquid. Set beets aside. In a large saucepan combine beet liquid, water, celery, carrot, bay leaf, garlic, peppercorns and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Remove vsegetables and seasonings with a slotted spoon. Stir in reserved diced beets, lemon juice and sugar. Continue cooking 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve topped with sour cream and/or dill sprigs. Makes 8 servings. Tops Grocery Store Ad flyer. November 12, 1991 "Polish Christmas Eve"