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Hearty Creamy Cabbage & Potato Soup: A Cozy Comfort Meal

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This Creamy Cabbage and Potato Soup is a warm embrace in a bowl, perfect for chilly days. It combines humble ingredients into a rich, hearty, and utterly delicious dish that feels like a hug from the inside out.

Ingredients

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  • 1 head of green cabbage (or savoy cabbage)
  • 4 medium starchy potatoes (like Russet or Yukon Gold)
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 3 cloves of fresh garlic
  • 6 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half, or full-fat canned coconut milk)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 pinch dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Veggies: Dice your onion, mince your garlic, chop your cabbage into bite-sized pieces, and peel and cube your potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter (or heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil) over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Build the Base: Add your chopped cabbage to the pot. Cook for about 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage begins to wilt and soften slightly.
  4. Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the cubed potatoes. Pour in 6 cups of beef broth (or vegetable broth). Add a bay leaf and a pinch of dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Create Creaminess (Optional Blending): For a chunky soup, skip blending. For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend about half to two-thirds of the soup directly in the pot, or scoop out 2-3 cups, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.
  6. Stir in the Cream: Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream (or your chosen dairy-free alternative). Heat gently for another 2-3 minutes, just until warmed through.
  7. Season and Serve: Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or chives, and crispy fried onions or garlic croutons if desired.

Nutrition

Keywords: For a thicker soup, mash a quarter of the cooked potatoes and stir them back into the soup. Adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of Worcestershire sauce can enhance the flavor. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Find it online: https://crumella.com/hearty-creamy-cabbage-potato-soup-a-cozy-comfort-meal/