CABBAGE SOUP WITH HAM & FRESH HERBS

Cabbage Soup With Ham & Fresh Herbs image

Provided by - Carla -

Categories Ham

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chopped onion
8 cups low-fat vegetable broth
5 cups shredded green cabbage
2 large potatoes, diced
8 tablespoons diced lean ham
1 teaspoon crushed dill seed
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 fresh parsley sprigs
3 fresh sage sprigs
1 bay leaf
salt & freshly ground black pepper
chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

Tie together the sprigs of sage, parsley and bay with cooking twine to make an herb bundle; set aside for later use.
Coat a large non-stick pot with cooking spray.
Add the onions, cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the onions start to turn color.
Uncover and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, until golden.
If necessary, add 1 to 2 tablspoons water to prevent sticking.
Add the vegetable broth, cabbage, potatoes, ham or bacon, dill seed and herb bundle.
Cover and bring to almost a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
If a slightly thicker soup is desired, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot with the back of a large wooden spoon.
Remove the herb bundle and stir in the vinegar.
Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Serve each bowl garnished with freshly chopped parsley.