Winter Warmer: Bratwurst & Cabbage Soup

Temps are chilly, days are short, fresh veggies can be hard to come by, Dry January has come and gone; and now it’s time to make dinner on this chilly night.

We know you have some bratwurst and cabbage hiding in the back of your fridge. Right? Right! Time to turn that cabbage into a soup hero - and make a soup to keep the “Eat Home Cooked Meals in 2023” dream alive.

Ingredients

• 1 package Bavarian Meats Smoked Bratwurst, sliced

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 3 medium leeks, sliced (white and pale green parts only)

• 2 medium carrots, diced

• 1 stalk celery, diced

• 1 small green cabbage, chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock

• 1 pound red potatoes, diced

• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

• Salt and black pepper
  

Directions

• Cut and prep all the vegetables and sausage. Cut into uniform and larger size pieces so they stay intact and cook at the same speed.

• Heat large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil.

• Add Bavarian Meats Smoked Bratwurst to the pot. Let cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust time and temperature as needed not to burn or overcook.

• Add the leeks, carrots, and celery to the pan. Stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the cabbage and garlic, and sauté for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

• Add the stock, potatoes and seasonings and stir to combine.

• Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30, or until the potatoes are cooked and tender.

• Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

• Enjoy!

  
  Pro Tip: Invite your neighbors over and tell them not to be afraid of the fragrance coming from your kitchen.