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Crockpot Cabbage Soup: The Cozy Weeknight Lifesaver

Crockpot cabbage soup in a rustic kitchen setting
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This crockpot cabbage soup is not only delicious and flavorful but chock full of vegetables with lots of fiber and is very satisfying. All you need to do is dump everything in the slow cooker and let it do the work for you!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 3–4 cups chopped green cabbage
  • 1–2 cups green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 small zucchini, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (Italian-style optional)
  • 1–2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (32-ounce) package nonfat vegetable broth, beef broth, or chicken broth
  • 1–2 cups chopped spinach
  • For serving: freshly chopped basil or parsley

Instructions

1. In a slow cooker, add onion, cabbage, green beans, celery, carrot, zucchini, bell pepper, and garlic.

2. Stir in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste.

3. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the vegetables.

4. Pour in the broth.

5. Cook on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours, or until the vegetables are tender.

6. Just before serving, stir in the spinach and cook a few more minutes until wilted.

7. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

8. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

To make this on the stovetop: Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil until slightly tender. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Stir in tomato paste and broth, then add remaining vegetables and seasonings. Simmer 30 minutes or until tender. Stir in spinach just before serving.

 

Variations: Add beans, cooked meat, or tomato juice for a heartier meal. Spice it up with red pepper flakes, cayenne, or chili powder. This soup freezes well for up to 3 months.

Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/crockpot-cabbage-soup/