Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Cabbage & Sausage Soup, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. This easy-to-make soup combines savory smoked sausage with tender cabbage, carrots, and a creamy broth for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound smoked sausage (sliced into rounds)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small head green cabbage (cored and chopped)
- 3 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Optional: 1 tablespoon flour (for slightly thicker texture)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot: Over medium heat, cook the sliced sausage until browned on both sides, about 5–6 minutes. Set aside.
- Sauté onion and garlic: In the same pot, add butter and cook onion and garlic until softened, around 2–3 minutes.
- Add cabbage and carrots: Cook for 5 minutes, then sprinkle in flour if using. Stir well.
- Pour in chicken broth: Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Combine remaining ingredients: Return sausage to the pot, add heavy cream, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasonings: Taste and adjust as needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey or plant-based sausage for a lighter version.
- For a dairy-free option, use full-fat coconut milk instead of cream.
- Add diced potatoes for a heartier soup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
