The Old-Fashioned, Cozy Soup That Might Just Change Your Mind About Cabbage - Tasting Table

"Onions, celery, carrots, potatoes, and garlic are sauteed until fragrant, then simmered with cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato juice, and chicken broth. Thyme, celery salt, a bay leaf, and a pinch of sugar layer in depth, creating a tomato-y base that feels earthy and bright at the same time. The cabbage itself wilts into tender ribbons, mingling with soft chunks of root vegetables. Finished with fresh parsley, the result is nutritious and hearty, but not heavy. It's a soup that tastes both restorative and familiar."

"One of cabbage's great qualities is how adaptable it is, and that's also true for this soup. The base of sauteed vegetables and tomato-rich broth welcomes variations, so you can tailor it to whatever's in your pantry. If you want something more substantial, MacLean suggests adding in shredded chicken or cubes of ham to boost protein without overshadowing the vegetables. Otherwise, you can also use tofu and vegetable broth to keep it completely meat-free."

An old-fashioned cabbage soup combines sautéed onions, celery, carrots, potatoes, and garlic with cabbage simmered in diced tomatoes, tomato juice, and chicken broth. Thyme, celery salt, a bay leaf, and a pinch of sugar build a tomato-forward base that balances earthy and bright flavors. The cabbage wilts into tender ribbons alongside soft root vegetables, and fresh parsley finishes the soup, producing a nutritious, hearty but not heavy meal. Serve with a green salad and crusty bread. The soup refrigerates for days, freezes for months, and adapts easily to added proteins or a meat-free version.

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