SLOW COOKER CABBAGE AND ONION SOUP
A simple, comforting soup made with tender cabbage, sweet onions, savory broth, and a few everyday seasonings. It is inexpensive, easy to prepare, and perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, optional
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste, optional
- 2 medium carrots, sliced, optional
- 1–2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for serving
1. Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the cabbage and remove the tough outer leaves. Cut it into bite-sized pieces. Slice the onions and carrots, if using, and mince the garlic.
2. Add Everything to the Slow Cooker
Place the cabbage, onions, garlic, carrots, broth, butter or olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, parsley, and bay leaf into the slow cooker. Add Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste if you want a deeper, richer flavor.
Give everything a gentle stir so the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Slow Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours. The soup is ready when the cabbage and onions are very tender and the flavors have blended together.
4. Taste and Adjust
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste the broth and add more salt or pepper if needed. If you prefer a stronger onion flavor, a little extra black pepper or Worcestershire sauce can add more depth.
5. Serve
Ladle the hot soup into bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley. For a heartier meal, serve it with crusty bread, crackers, or a simple sandwich.
Helpful Tips
For a richer soup, sauté the onions and garlic in butter for a few minutes before adding them to the slow cooker. You can also add diced potatoes, carrots, celery, or cooked beans to make the soup more substantial.
If you prefer a meaty version, cooked sausage, shredded chicken, or small pieces of cooked beef can be added toward the end of cooking.
Storage
Allow leftovers to cool and refrigerate them in a covered container. Reheat individual portions until thoroughly hot. The soup can also be frozen in suitable containers for convenient future meals.
Final Result
You get a warm, savory soup with soft cabbage, sweet tender onions, and flavorful broth. It is a simple slow-cooker recipe that requires very little hands-on preparation.
