Homemade Irish Bacon and Cabbage Soup

How to Make Homemade Irish Bacon and Cabbage Soup at Home

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Ingredients

• 8 oz bacon
• 4 cups cabbage
• 2 large potatoes
• 1 large onions
• 6 cups vegetable stock
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 cloves garlic

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add 8 oz of diced bacon to the pot and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

4. 4

   In the same pot, add 1 large chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

5. 5

   Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

6. 6

   Stir in 2 sliced medium carrots and cook for 3 minutes.

7. 7

   Add 4 cups of shredded cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. 8

   Add 2 large peeled and diced potatoes, 6 cups of vegetable stock, 1 tsp of dried thyme, 1 tsp of black pepper, and 1 tsp of salt to the pot.

9. 9

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

10. 10

    Return the cooked bacon to the pot and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.