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Hearty Cabbage Soup
Warm up with this delightful Hearty Cabbage Soup, a comforting blend of fresh vegetables simmered to perfection. This rustic dish has roots in Eastern European cuisine, where cabbage has been a staple ingredient for centuries, providing sustenance and warmth during cold winters. Each bowl is brimming with vibrant flavors, making it not only nourishing but also a celebration of wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Onion
- 1, diced
- Carrots
- 2, sliced
- Celery
- 2 stalks, chopped
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Cabbage
- 1/2 head, chopped
- Potatoes
- 2, diced
- Canned tomatoes
- 1 (14.5 oz) can, diced
- Vegetable broth
- 6 cups
- Bay leaf
- 1
- Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, chopped celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened and the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage and diced potatoes, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the cabbage begins to wilt.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
- Before serving, remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if you like, and enjoy the warmth it brings!
Tips
- For added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar just before serving.
- You can customize this soup by adding other vegetables, such as bell peppers or green beans, depending on what you have on hand.
- For a heartier version, add some cooked lentils or beans to boost the protein content.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Soup Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Calories: 150 Fat: 5g Carbs: 25g Protein: 4g Sodium: 300mg Sugar: 4g
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