KIELBASA CABBAGE SOUP

Kielbasa Cabbage Soup image

Cabbage is plentiful in upstate New York. This is a very hearty soup that will warm up any chilled body. During winter, I like to keep it simmering on the woodstove all day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 small head cabbage, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 large carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute the cabbage, onion and garlic in oil for 5 minutes or until tender. Combine the water, vinegar and brown sugar; add to cabbage mixture. , Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 60-70 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.