🥣 Italian Sausage & Cabbage Soup 😍

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage, mild or hot
• 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Method:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned.
2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, potatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil.
4. Add the chopped cabbage and stir well. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the potatoes and cabbage are tender.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Simmer uncovered for a few more minutes if you prefer a thicker soup.
6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan. Serve hot with crusty bread.