Savoy Cabbage Potato Soup Recipes

CABBAGE AND POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• Cook the bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until some of the fat is rendered, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the onion and cook-or cook the onion in 2 tablespoons butter or oil if you're not using the bacon-stirring, until it's translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the cabbage and cook, stirring occasionally, until it wilts, about 5 minutes.
• Add the caraway seeds and potatoes and lightly brown the potatoes, about 5 minutes. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are very tender. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Thin with a bit of water or stock if the soup seems too rich. Garnish with the croutons and serve immediately.
• This version has a sweetness that many people will like. (You can add a tablespoon of vinegar to it as well.) Omit the caraway seeds and potatoes. After the cabbage wilts, add 2 tablespoons brown sugar and stir well. When the sugar is completely dissolved, add the stock and proceed.

SAVOY CABBAGE POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• Peel, wash and dice the potatoes. Clean and wash the savoy cabbage and cut it into small and short strips. Cut the onion into slices and peel the garlic.
• Heat the oil in a big cast iron pot and once it's hot press the garlic into it. Fry with the onions for about 1 min or until golden brown.
• Add the potatoes and the savoy cabbage. Fry for another 2 minutes or so and then add the vegetable broth.
• Once the savoy cabbage has shrunken a bit, cover and let simmer for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
• Season to taste and blend with a hand-held blender. The soup should still be lumpy. If it's too thick for your taste, add some more broth to it.
• Serve with oven-warm bread.