Hearty Cabbage Soup

I love cabbage and always try to come up with new ideas for cooking with it; it's a very economical staple in the fall and winter months, thus this recipe. Add any vegetables or meats that you like, this a recipe of great versatility! Serve with garlic bread topped with Italian seasoning. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 167 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup half-and-half cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
• 3 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup thinly sliced onions
• 1 large potato, shredded
• 2 apples - peeled, cored and finely diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large heavy pot, cook onion and apple in oil over medium-high heat until lightly browned. Stir in cabbage and garlic, then reduce heat. Stir in potato, broth, Italian seasoning and sugar; cover and simmer 30 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in cream, salt and pepper. Heat through and serve.