Italian Sausage & Cabbage Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
• ½ head green cabbage, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Method:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5–6 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Add the potatoes, cabbage, and diced tomatoes.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until the potatoes and cabbage are tender.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
7. Stir in the fresh parsley.
8. Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan. Serve hot with crusty bread. 🥣🥬🧀