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From Grandma’s Kitchen to Your Table The Comfort of Cabbage Soup

Classic Cabbage Soup

This simple, hearty, and nourishing Cabbage Soup is a beloved classic. Packed with vegetables and flavor, it's the perfect cozy meal for any season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium head of green cabbage chopped
  • 2 large carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz, with juices
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 bay leaf
  • fresh parsley for garnish
  • red pepper flakes to taste

Equipment

  • Large Stockpot

Method
 

  1. Wash and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion, slice the carrots, and chop the celery.
  2. In a large stockpot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in the garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Add the chopped cabbage to the pot and stir until it begins to wilt and mix with other vegetables.
  5. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice) and broth. Stir to combine.
  6. Season with thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add a bay leaf if using. Bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until cabbage is tender and flavors have melded.
  8. Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with fresh parsley or bread.

Notes

Customize your Cabbage Soup by adding cooked meat, beans, or spice. Freezes well for up to 3 months. Sautéing onions and garlic well at the start builds deep flavor.