Description
Hearty Cabbage Soup: Comfort in Every Savory Spoonful is a warm, nourishing dish that encapsulates the essence of comfort food. This delightful soup combines tender cabbage, hearty beans, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a rich chicken or vegetable stock. Perfect for chilly days or as a meal prep staple, this soup not only warms the soul but also packs a nutritious punch with every savory spoonful. With its adaptable nature, you can easily customize it to include your favorite seasonal vegetables or spices. Enjoy this wholesome dish with family and friends for an inviting mealtime experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Chicken Stock (or vegetable stock)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 head Cabbage
- 2 stalks Celery
- 2 medium Carrots
- 1 large Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 5 sprigs Fresh Thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 1 can Great Northern Beans
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by washing and chopping them: dice the onion, slice the celery, chop the carrots, mince the garlic, and shred the cabbage.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic until softened (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste until well combined, then pour in the chicken or vegetable stock along with bay leaf and thyme.
- Once bubbling, add shredded cabbage and drained beans; bring back to a simmer.
- Cover partially and let simmer for about 30 minutes until cabbage is tender.
- Remove bay leaf and thyme stems before tasting; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg