Cabbage Soup (With A Kick!) Recipe

Name: Cabbage Soup (With A Kick!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large head of cabbage; 2 quarts beef stock; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 cups onions, chopped; 1 cup carrot, chopped; 2 cups celery, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon dill weed; 1 lb sausage (I prefer Kielbasa) or 1 lb kielbasa (I prefer Kielbasa); 2 tablespoons parsley; 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes (To kick it up use Rotel or tomatoes with green chiles); 2 cups potatoes, diced (I used canned); fresh ground pepper; sour cream (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 large head of cabbage
2 quarts beef stock
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup carrot, chopped
2 cups celery, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 lb sausage (I prefer Kielbasa) or 1 lb kielbasa (I prefer Kielbasa)
2 tablespoons parsley
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes (To kick it up use Rotel or tomatoes with green chiles)
2 cups potatoes, diced (I used canned)
fresh ground pepper
sour cream (to garnish)

1
Slice cabbage into quarters then chop removing the hard center.
2
Bring beef stock to a simmer while preparing the vegetables.
3
In a large skillet melt the butter, add onions, carrots and celery. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until the veggies are about tender.
4
Turn the veggies into the stock pot and add salt, bay leaf and dill weed. Bring to a simmer for about 20 minutes.
5
In the same skillet used for veggies, brown the kielbasa or sausage.
6
Add the kielbasa, parsley, diced tomatoes and potatoes and continue to simmer an additional 20 minutes.
7
Add the cabbage, bring to a boil and then simmer another 4-5 minutes.
8
Serve hot with fresh ground pepper and a dallop of sour cream (YUM!)Keep warm in crock pot.

233

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large head of cabbage, 2 quarts beef stock, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 1/2 cups onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cabbage Soup (With A Kick!) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cabbage Soup (With A Kick!)

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Variations & substitutions

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