Zelná Polévka

Ingredients

• 1 head cabbage
• 8 oz smoked sausage
• 2 large potatoes
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the ingredients: Chop the cabbage into thin strips, dice the smoked sausage, peel and cube the potatoes, slice the carrots, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic and diced smoked sausage to the pot. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the sausage is slightly browned.

4. 4

   Stir in the chopped cabbage and sliced carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to wilt.

5. 5

   Add the cubed potatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

6. 6

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

7. 7

   Remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary. Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

8. 8

   Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.