Polish Chilled Beetroot Soup {Chłodnik}

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1. 1Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F / 180°C. Wash beets and trim off the stems, but don't cut into the beet (we don't want the juices to flow out).
2. 2Step 2: Roast in a roasting pan with a cover (or covered with tin foil) until soft (small beets about 30 minutes; large around 1 hour). Take out and cool completely. Once cool, peel and grate on the largest side of a box grater. Set aside.
3. 3Step 3: Wash radishes and cut into thin slices. Chop dill and chives. Peel cucumber and dice.
4. 4Step 4: Place all vegetables and herbs into a mixing bowl (or a pot) and add minced garlic, vinegar, lemon juice, buttermilk, and yogurt and stir. Also add salt and sugar.
5. 5Step 5: Taste and add more salt, if needed. Soup should be relatively salty.
6. 6Step 6: Chill well before serving. Serve with a hard-boiled egg.