Soup Grand-Père
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
1 - 2 hours
Yield
6-8 Servings

Ingredients
1 Kielbasa ring, sliced
2 T. Olive Oil
3 Garlic Cloves, minced
1 Large Onion, julienned
1 Carrot, peeled and grated
1 Celery Stalk, diced
2 Red Potatoes, thinly sliced
1/2 Cabbage, julienned
1 T. Tomato Paste
2 t. Caraway Seeds
2 T. Smoked Paprika
2 t. Coriander
1/2 t. Ground Cloves
1 t. Allspice
Bunch fresh Thyme Sprigs, tied with twine
2 Qt. Chicken Stock
Salt & Pepper to taste
Preparation
In large Dutch oven on medium high heat, bring olive oil to temp and add kielbasa. Stir and allow to brown slightly, then add garlic. Cook for about 10 minutes and allow ingredients to deeply brown, but not burn.
Add onions, carrots, celery and spices. Stir well. After vegetables have cooked well and are soft, add potatoes and cabbage and stir to incorporate.
Add chicken stock, thyme and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and allow to simmer for at least an hour. Adjust seasonings, remove thyme bundle, and serve with crusty bread.
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