Creamed Cabbage Soup Lightened Up! Recipe

Name: Creamed Cabbage Soup Lightened Up!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups vegetable broth or 2 cups chicken broth; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 cup celery, diced; 12 medium cabbage, shredded; 2 carrots, diced; 2 -4 garlic cloves, minced; ¼ cup low-fat margarine; 3 tablespoons flour; 3 cups 2% low-fat milk; 1 cup vegetarian bacon, chopped; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; smoked paprika

Servings: persons

2 cups vegetable broth or 2 cups chicken broth
1 medium onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
12 medium cabbage, shredded
2 carrots, diced
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup low-fat margarine
3 tablespoons flour
3 cups 2% low-fat milk
1 cup vegetarian bacon, chopped
½ teaspoon dried thyme
smoked paprika

1
In a large saucepan, combine broth and vegetables.
2
Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
3
In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour.
4
Gradually whisk in milk; cook and stir until thickened.
5
Stir into vegetable mixture.
6
Add vegetarian bacon, pepper, and thyme; heat through.
7
If you wish, add the cream cheese now, stirring to mix thoroughly.
8
Salt and pepper to taste.
9
Sprinkle a little smoked paprika over the top to garnish.
10
Enjoy!

789

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Protein

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups vegetable broth or 2 cups chicken broth, 1 medium onion, diced, 1 cup celery, diced, 12 medium cabbage, shredded, and more.

Yes, Creamed Cabbage Soup Lightened Up! 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamed Cabbage Soup Lightened Up!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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