Beet Soup with Cilantro Pesto

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Beet Soup:

6 large fresh beets, scrubbed, tops removed

1 large onion

2 cloves fresh garlic

1 large chunk fresh ginger root, chopped

5 cups cranberry juice or enough juice to cover the beets by 1 inch

Salt and pepper

Cilantro Pesto:

3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro

1/2 cup lowfat sour cream or plain yogurt

Salt and pepper