Description
This hearty Kielbasa and Cabbage Soup is a comforting blend of savory kielbasa sausage, tender cabbage, and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth. It’s perfect for chilly evenings and makes a satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional for a smoky flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Kielbasa: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the sliced kielbasa over medium heat until it’s browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables and Broth: Add the chopped cabbage, carrots, potatoes, diced tomatoes, bay leaf, and smoked paprika (if using).
- Simmer the Soup: Pour in the broth and stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
- Add Kielbasa and Seasonings: Return the kielbasa to the pot and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it heat through for a few minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the bay leaf, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg