European Cabbage and Sausage Soup
This European Cabbage and Sausage Soup is the perfect dish to bring warmth and flavor to your dinner table, especially during the colder months. Its hearty ingredients and comforting taste make it ideal for sharing with family and friends. Give it a try and let this soup transport you to the heart of Eastern Europe!
Equipment
- 1 Large soup pot
- 1 Sharp Knife
- 1 Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 yellow onions chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large carrot sliced
- 3 potatoes diced
- 3.5 ounces bacon diced
- 1 homemade sausage sliced
- 12.3 ounces sauerkraut drained
- 8.8 ounces canned red or brown beans drained and rinsed
- 2 teaspoons chopped parsley
- 7 cups water
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste optional
- 2 bay leaves
- A pinch of pepper
- 1 teaspoon Vegeta seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: Chop onions and garlic finely, slice carrots and sausage, dice potatoes and bacon, and chop parsley.
- Rinse the sauerkraut if it has been in brine for an extended period.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add bacon and sausage, stir and cook for a minute.
- Add the vegetables, bay leaves, pepper, and Vegeta seasoning along with hot water. Cook for about 35 minutes until everything softens.
- Stir in the beans and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!