GERMAN SAUSAGE SOUP

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My granddaughter Vivian is addicted to this soup. The original soup calls for "Bratwurst" or "Knackwurst" but I usually use Polish Kielbasa instead.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Cream Soups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fully cooked bratwurst, knackwurst or kielbasa, sliced into into 1/2 inch slices
3-4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small head cabbage, shredded
3-4 medium carrots, sliced
3-4 celery stalks, sliced
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 c milk
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 c swiss cheee, shredded
fresh snipped parsley

Steps:

  • 1. In a Dutch oven, combine sausage, potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, salt and pepper. Add 2-3 cups water (I sometimes use chicken broth). Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are nearly tender.
  • 2. Stir in cabbage and cook for 10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Stir in 2 1/2 cups milk.
  • 3. Stir flour and remaining milk together and then add to soup. Cook on low until thick and bubbly. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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