Cabbage Sausage Soup
"Enjoy a hearty and flavorful Cabbage Sausage Soup made with kielbasa sausage, vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This comforting soup is easy to make and perfect for a cozy meal!"
Equipment
- - Large pot
- - Chopping board and knife
- - Stirring utensil
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 14-16 ounces Kielbasa Sausage sliced into bite-sized pieces (use a fully cooked variety)
- 1 Medium Onion finely diced
- 2 Carrots sliced into rounds or half rounds depending on their size
- 2 Celery Ribs sliced or diced
- 3 Garlic Cloves minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- Pinch Rosemary
- 6 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 pound Small Red Potatoes cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 1/2 pound Green Cabbage chopped into bite-sized pieces
- Salt if needed at the end
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. When the oil is hot, but not smoking, add the sausage. Cook the sausage for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the garlic, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Add the chicken broth and stir while gently scraping any bits off the bottom of the pot. Raise the heat to high and bring the broth to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer the soup for 10 minutes.
- Add the potatoes and the chopped cabbage to the soup.
- Raise the heat to high and bring the cabbage soup to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the cabbage is wilted. Keep the soup at a simmer and stir occasionally.
- Taste the cabbage soup and add salt if needed. As a reference, we added 1/2 teaspoon to our finished soup.
Notes
"This Cabbage Sausage Soup is a comforting dish filled with savory kielbasa sausage, tender vegetables, and fragrant herbs. Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve hot for a satisfying meal."