Description
This hearty Kielbasa and Cabbage Soup combines smoky kielbasa sausage with tender cabbage, carrots, and a flavorful tomato broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is easy to prepare and packed with comforting flavors that warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced
Vegetables
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head cabbage, chopped
- 4 carrots, sliced
Liquids & Canned Goods
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Kielbasa: In a large pot over medium heat, add the sliced kielbasa sausage and cook until it is nicely browned and releases its flavorful oils, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté them with the sausage until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add Vegetables and Broth: Stir in the chopped cabbage and sliced carrots, then pour in the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes. Add the paprika, salt, and pepper to season the soup well.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
- Serve: Once the soup is ready, ladle it into bowls and serve hot to enjoy a warming and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute smoked sausage if kielbasa is unavailable.
- For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes along with paprika.
- Adding potatoes can make the soup heartier.
- Leftovers taste great the next day as flavors develop further.
- This soup freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish-American
