TO PREPARE THIS DELIGHTFUL CABBAGE SOUP, GATHER THE FOLLOWING INGREDIENTS:
1 Tbsp.Of olive oil.
1 large onion, diced.
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 Lb.Of smoked sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces.
1 medium head of cabbage, shredded.
4 carrots, peeled and sliced
4 celery stalks, sliced.
4 Cups.Of chicken or vegetable broth.
2 Cups.Of water.,
1 Can.Of diced tomatoes.
1 Tsp.Of dried thyme.
1 bay leaf.
Salt and pepper, to taste.
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
PREPARATION:
1st Step
In a large saucepan, simmer the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for approximately 5 minutes, or until aromatic and translucent.
2nd Step
Stir the sliced smoked sausage occasionally until it begins to caramelize and release its aromatic liquids. Then, combine cabbage, carrots, and celery with the sausage and aromatic ingredients.
3rd Step
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, water, and tomatoes with the liquid that has been diced. Add the dried thyme and bay leaf to the pan. Reduce the heat after bringing the mélange to a simmer. Cover and simmer the soup for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded. season to flavor with salt and pepper.
4th Step
Remove the bay leaf before serving the broth. Pour the piping hot cabbage soup into dishes and decorate each serving with freshly minced cilantro. The parsley adds a hint of freshness and enhances the visual allure of the dish.
VARIATIONS AND TIPS:
Feel free to experiment with various kinds of smoked sausage, such as kielbasa or andouille, to give the broth your personal touch.
Before adding them to the broth, you can caramelize the sausage slices for added flavor depth.
If desired, additional vegetables such as potatoes or bell peppers can be added to increase the nutritional value and flavor of the broth.
As the flavors continue to develop, leftovers of this broth typically taste even better the next day.
