Pelmeni Soup (Russian Dumplings Soup)

Ingredients

• 11 cups water
• 4 1/2 cups frozen meat Pelmeni (dumplings)
• 1 whole yellow onion
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tbsp Vegeta seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh dill

Instructions

1. 1

   Make onion broth: In a large 6-quart pot, bring 11 cups of water to a boil, with a whole peeled onion and 2 bay leaves. Simmer for 15 minutes to make a flavorful onion broth.

2. 2

   Add the Pelmeni and spices: After the onion and bay leaves have boiled for 15 minutes, add 4.5 cups of frozen Pelmeni, 1 tsp salt, 2 Tbsp Vegeta seasoning, and 1/8 tsp ground black pepper. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Garnish with fresh dill and garlic: After the Pelmeni have cooked for 5 minutes, turn off the heat and add minced garlic and fresh dill. Cover and let the soup sit for a few minutes to let the flavors blend.

4. 4

   Serve with crusty bread!