Best 3 Alpine Cabbage Soup Recipes
Alpine cabbage soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The soup is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, including cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and onions. It is also flavored with a variety of herbs and spices, such as bay leaves, thyme, and peppercorns. Alpine cabbage soup can be made with either beef or pork broth, and it is often served with a side of crusty bread or rolls. The soup is a popular dish in many parts of Europe, and it is a great way to warm up on a cold day.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
OLD-WORLD CABBAGE SOUP
A hearty soup, great for a cold, blustery March day--or any day! My husband Tom developed this recipe and got it just right on the second try. Best if cooked one day ahead, refrigerated overnight and heated just before serving.
Provided by Carol Fetsco
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Cabbage Soup Recipes
Time 4h
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place chopped cabbage into an 8-quart soup pot.
- Microwave diced carrot in 2 tablespoons water for 6 minutes on high.
- Microwave diced celery in 2 tablespoons water for 4 minutes on high.
- Add the microwaved vegetables to the pot. Add minced sweet onion, celery, and ketchup. Add juice cocktail, vegetable broth, chicken broth, and tomatoes. Fill each can with water, and add the water to the mixture. Cover, and bring to a boil. Continue boiling for 30 minutes.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 2 to 3 hours.
- Serve with slices of a French baguette. Have salt, black pepper, and Tabasco available to season to taste at the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 268.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
ALPINE CABBAGE SOUP
In Italy, no good cook would even consider throwing away stale bread when it can be used to thicken an earthy and awesomely delicious soup like this one. Whole wheat, rye, sourdough, even white-all will do! Yum! Adapted from Moosewood Restaurant New Classics cookbook.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Greens
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Bring a large pot of water to boil.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly in a 9"x13" casserole dish or 2 quart ovenproof dish. If the cubes aren't dry, toast them quickly in the oven. Melt 3 tbsp of the butter and drizzle over the bread. Set aside.
- When the water boils, blanch the cabbage just until tender, about 2 minutes. Drain well. Spread cabbage over the bread. Melt the remaining 2-3 tbsp butter and stir in nutmeg, pepper, and salt. Pour the seasoned butter on the cabbage and bread. Pour the broth over everything and evenly spread the cheese on top.
- Bake until the cheese melts and starts to brown, 25-30 minutes.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy!
ALPINE VEGETABLE SOUP
This is adapted from a recipe in Jane Brody's Good Food cookbook. It is quick and easy to make. Serve with bread or crackers for an inexpensive winter supper. You can substitute or add other root vegetables (turnips, parsnip, etc.) to your taste or what's on sale at the store.
Provided by KiminyMe
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan on medium-high. When the oil is heated, add the chopped onion and saute until the onion starts turning light brown. Pay attention that it doesn't burnt.
- Turn the temperature down to medium or low (depending on how fast your range cooks), and let the onions carmelize to a darker brown.
- Turn the heat back to medium high, then stir in the garlic, celery, salt and pepper. Stir together to blend the flavors.
- Add the potatoes and carrots and stir-fry for a few more minutes.
- Add the broth, zucchini, and dillweed. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
- Make sure that the cornstarch is dissolved in the cold water, then add to the soup. Raise the heat to medium-high and heat through to thicken the broth a little.
- Serve topped with grated cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 983.3, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 6.5, Protein 10.9
Tips:
- Choose the right cabbage. Green cabbage is the most commonly used type of cabbage for this soup, but you can also use Savoy cabbage or red cabbage.
- Use a variety of vegetables. In addition to cabbage, this soup typically includes other vegetables such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes. You can also add other vegetables that you like, such as parsnips, turnips, or rutabagas.
- Season the soup well. Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for this soup, but you can also add other spices and herbs to taste. Some popular additions include garlic, thyme, marjoram, and bay leaves.
- Simmer the soup for a long time. This allows the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender. The longer you simmer the soup, the better it will taste.
- Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt. This adds a creamy richness to the soup and helps to balance out the flavors.
Conclusion:
Alpine cabbage soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its simple ingredients and flavorful broth, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
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