Potato and Cabbage Soup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 servings of about 2 cups
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Calories
417 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
Potato and Cabbage Soup
Description
This soup starts by sautéing onions and garlic in olive oil before adding diced carrots and celery, building a savory base. Potatoes and shredded cabbage are then cooked together with the addition of broth and half and half, yielding a creamy, hearty consistency once blended smooth.
The soup is pureed after cooking to achieve a velvety texture, while still balanced by the chunky bacon added both inside and as a topping. The bacon contributes a smoky, crisp element that contrasts with the soft, mild vegetables.
This versatile soup can be a comforting lunch or light dinner, combining simple ingredients that work well together for satisfying warmth and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 carrot chopped
- 1 celery chopped, stick
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound russet potato peeled and cut into small cubes
- 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable stock
- 2 cups half and half
- 12 Bacon slices
- 8 ounces green cabbage about a quarter of a medium cabbage - chopped
Instructions
- Place a large saucepan over medium heat and add the oil.
- Once hot, add the onion and cook stirring for 3-5 minutes, or until soft.
- Add the garlic and the vegetables, cook for 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes and cabbage, stir and saute for 5 minutes.
- Add the broth, and half and half, season the soup with salt and pepper, then reduce the heat and cover the pan.
- Gently cook for about 10-15 mins or until all the vegetables are tender.
- In the meantime fry or oven bake the bacon until crisp then cut into chunks.
- Add 2/3 of the chopped bacon to the soup and stir to combine. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.
- Whizz the soup in the food processor until smooth or use an immersion blender to make it smooth.
- If the soup is too thick add more broth and continue to simmer for a few more minutes.
- Remove from the stove, and top with the remaining bacon and some chopped parsley when serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings of about 2 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 417 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 417kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 630mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 703mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2043IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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