How to Make Old-World Cabbage Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Old-World Cabbage Soup is a traditional dish that has been passed down through generations in many Eastern European households. This hearty and comforting soup is made with simple and wholesome ingredients, and is perfect for warming up on a cold winter day.

The base of this soup is made with cabbage, which is not only delicious, but also incredibly nutritious. Cabbage is low in calories and high in fiber, making it a great addition to any diet. It is also packed with vitamins and min...

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Ingredients

  • ½ medium head cabbage, chopped
  • 4 large carrots, cubed
  • 1 sweet onion, minced
  • 4 stalks celery, cubed
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • 1 ½ cups tomato-vegetable juice cocktail
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 40 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 5 quarts

  • Place chopped cabbage into an 8-quart soup pot.
  • Microwave diced carrot in 2 tablespoons water for 6 minutes on high.
  • Microwave diced celery in 2 tablespoons water for 4 minutes on high.
  • Add the microwaved vegetables to the pot. Add minced sweet onion, celery, and ketchup. Add juice cocktail, vegetable broth, chicken broth, and tomatoes. Fill each can with water, and add the water to the mixture. Cover, and bring to a boil. Continue boiling for 30 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Serve with slices of a French baguette. Have salt, black pepper, and Tabasco available to season to taste at the table.
  • Nutrition

    39 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 269mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 221mg