Creamy Cabbage Soup Comfort (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Soup Base
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1 medium cabbage, chopped
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2 carrots, sliced
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1 onion, diced
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2 celery stalks, chopped
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960 ml vegetable broth
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2 tomatoes, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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15 ml olive oil
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5 ml salt
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2.5 ml black pepper
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5 ml dried thyme
# Instructions:
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Heat 15 ml of olive oil in a large cooking pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
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Stir in the minced garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute, until it becomes fragrant.
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Add the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, 960 ml of vegetable broth, 5 ml of salt, 2.5 ml of black pepper, and 5 ml of dried thyme to the pot. Stir to combine thoroughly.
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Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
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Serve the comforting creamy cabbage soup hot. Garnish with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
# Notes:
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For an extra creamy texture, purée a portion of the finished soup with an immersion blender before serving.
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Boost protein and fiber by incorporating a can of drained and rinsed cannellini beans.
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For a spicier profile, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during cooking.
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To make the soup heartier, consider adding cooked sausage or bacon.
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Ensure your vegetable broth aligns with dietary preferences; a non-vegetarian alternative could be chicken broth.