Best 3 Old Fashioned Cabbage Soup Recipes

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Cabbage soup, a hearty and comforting dish, has been enjoyed for centuries. Cabbage soup recipes vary widely, but they typically include a blend of vegetables, spices, and meat or broth. Cabbage soup is often served with crusty bread or crackers, and it can be a meal in itself or a side dish.

This article provides three delicious cabbage soup recipes:

1. **Classic Cabbage Soup:** This traditional recipe features a simple combination of cabbage, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, and beef broth. It's a wholesome and flavorful soup that's perfect for a cold winter day.

2. **Kielbasa and Cabbage Soup:** This hearty soup adds kielbasa sausage to the classic cabbage soup recipe. The kielbasa adds a smoky and savory flavor that takes the soup to the next level.

3. **Vegetable Cabbage Soup:** This vegetarian-friendly soup is packed with vegetables, including cabbage, carrots, celery, peas, and tomatoes. It's a healthy and flavorful soup that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

All three recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So grab a pot and get ready to enjoy a warm and comforting bowl of cabbage soup!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD FASHIONED CABBAGE SOUP



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Cabbage Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Stew

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large potato, cubed
1/2 head cabbage, chopped
4 cups chicken broth (or water)
1 (6 inch) Polish sausage
2 tablespoons sausage drippings
2 tablespoons flour
1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Put cabbage in soup pot or a Dutch oven. Add potato cubes.
  • Fill pot 1/2 way up the cabbage with chicken broth (or water) and cook until tender.
  • Meanwhile, cook sausage in a fry pan. Drain. Cut sausage in pieces and add to soup.
  • In same fry pan with the sausage drippings, add flour stirring constantly until brownish color.
  • Add chicken broth (or water) gradually to make a thick "gravy". Add chopped onion and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Combine in soup. Season with salt, pepper and sugar. Let it simmer for a few more minutes stirring constantly.
  • Taste seasonings and serve warm with fresh bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.9, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 2742.5, Carbohydrate 58.7, Fiber 10.1, Sugar 14.6, Protein 17.9

OLD-WORLD CABBAGE SOUP



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A hearty soup, great for a cold, blustery March day--or any day! My husband Tom developed this recipe and got it just right on the second try. Best if cooked one day ahead, refrigerated overnight and heated just before serving.

Provided by Carol Fetsco

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Cabbage Soup Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ medium head cabbage, chopped
4 large carrots, cubed
1 sweet onion, minced
4 stalks celery, cubed
¾ cup ketchup
1 ½ cups tomato-vegetable juice cocktail
3 cups vegetable broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Place chopped cabbage into an 8-quart soup pot.
  • Microwave diced carrot in 2 tablespoons water for 6 minutes on high.
  • Microwave diced celery in 2 tablespoons water for 4 minutes on high.
  • Add the microwaved vegetables to the pot. Add minced sweet onion, celery, and ketchup. Add juice cocktail, vegetable broth, chicken broth, and tomatoes. Fill each can with water, and add the water to the mixture. Cover, and bring to a boil. Continue boiling for 30 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Serve with slices of a French baguette. Have salt, black pepper, and Tabasco available to season to taste at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 268.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

CABBAGE AND BEEF SOUP



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When I was a little girl, I helped my parents work the fields of their small farm. Lunchtime was always a treat when Mother picked fresh vegetables from the garden and simmered them in her big soup pot. We loved making this delicious recipe. -Ethel Ledbetter, Canton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 medium head cabbage, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3-1/2 cups water
4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients except parsley. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cabbage. Green cabbage is the most common type used in cabbage soup, but you can also use red cabbage, Savoy cabbage, or Napa cabbage. Each type of cabbage has a slightly different flavor and texture, so experiment to find your favorite.
  • Shred the cabbage thinly. This will help it cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. In addition to cabbage, you can add other vegetables to your soup, such as carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, and green beans. The more vegetables you add, the more nutritious your soup will be.
  • Use a flavorful broth. Chicken broth or beef broth are both good options for cabbage soup. You can also use vegetable broth if you want to make a vegetarian soup.
  • Season the soup to taste. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good starting points. You can also add other spices, such as cumin, paprika, or chili powder, to taste.
  • Serve the soup hot. Cabbage soup is best served hot, with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Cabbage soup is a delicious, healthy, and affordable meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a cabbage soup recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give cabbage soup a try.

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