Ingredients

  • 2 lb. beef brisket, plus extra beef bones (2 to 3)
  • 2 qt. water
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 3 c. fresh or canned tomatoes, cut up
  • 3 lb. cabbage, shredded
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. pepper
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar

Method

  • Combine brisket, bones and water in deep pot.
  • Add onions and tomatoes and bring to boil.
  • Skim off any foam and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer 1 hour uncovered.
  • Add cabbage, salt, pepper and garlic and cook another hour over low heat.
  • Stir in lemon juice and sugar; cook 20 minutes longer on low heat.
  • Taste to correct seasoning.
  • Remove bones.
  • Slice meat and serve as a garnish with soup.
  • Serves 6 to 8.