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Hearty Cabbage Soup 🥬🍲
This Hearty Cabbage Soup is a delicious, light yet filling meal, packed with vegetables and flavor.
It’s perfect for a cozy dinner or a healthy lunch option. The combination of tender cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, and a flavorful broth makes this soup a comforting favorite.
Ingredients:
1 small head of green cabbage, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups chopped zucchini (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Vegetables:
Chop the cabbage, onions, carrots, celery, and zucchini (if using). Mince the garlic.
2. Sauté the Aromatics:
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent.
3. Add the Cabbage and Tomatoes:
Stir in the chopped cabbage and diced tomatoes (with juice). Cook for another 5 minutes until the cabbage starts to wilt.
4. Add the Broth and Seasoning:
Pour in the broth and add thyme, paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together and bring the soup to a boil.
5. Simmer the Soup:
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer the soup for 25-30 minutes, or until the cabbage and vegetables are tender.
6. Add Zucchini (Optional):
If you're using zucchini, add it to the soup during the last 10 minutes of cooking to keep it from becoming too soft.
7. Taste and Adjust:
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or spices as desired.
8. Garnish and Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Serve with crusty bread if desired.
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1. Q: What is your favorite dish to cook?
A: My favorite dish to cook is spaghetti with homemade tomato sauce. I enjoy boiling the pasta until it is perfectly soft and then mixing it with a rich sauce made from fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs. It is simple, delicious, and reminds me of family dinners.
2. Q: How often do you cook at home?
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3. Q: Do you prefer baking or frying?
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4. Q: What ingredients do you always keep in your kitchen?
A: I always keep basic ingredients like salt, pepper, olive oil, onions, garlic, and flour. These are essential for most recipes, and I can prepare many dishes just by adding vegetables or meat.
5. Q: Have you ever tried cooking a foreign recipe?
A: Yes, I have tried cooking Italian pizza at home. I made the dough from scratch, added tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil, and baked it in the oven. It was a fun experience and very tasty.
6. Q: What is the easiest meal you can prepare?
A: The easiest meal I can prepare is an omelette. I just beat some eggs, add a little salt, pepper, and maybe some cheese or vegetables, and cook it in a pan for a few minutes.
7. Q: Which spices do you use the most?
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8. Q: Do you follow recipes or cook from memory?
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9. Q: Have you ever made bread from scratch?
A: Yes, I have made bread at home before. I mixed flour, yeast, salt, and water, kneaded the dough, and let it rise for a few hours before baking it. The smell of fresh bread is amazing.
10. Q: What is the most difficult dish you’ve ever cooked?
A: The most difficult dish I’ve cooked is lasagna. It takes a long time because you have to prepare the pasta, the meat sauce, the cheese sauce, and then layer everything before baking it.
11. Q: Do you prefer sweet or savory dishes?
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12. Q: How do you usually season your food?
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13. Q: What is your favorite dessert to make?
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14. Q: Do you enjoy cooking for guests?
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15. Q: Have you ever created your own recipe?
A: Yes, I created a special salad recipe with lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and a dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice,
and honey. It’s fresh, sweet, and sour at the same time.
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