Description
This hearty Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup is a comforting and flavorful Irish-American dish, perfect for using up leftover corned beef. Packed with tender vegetables and a savory broth, it’s a satisfying and nutritious meal ideal for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 4 cups green cabbage (chopped)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cups potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Meat
- 3 cups cooked corned beef (shredded or chopped)
Liquids and Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 cups beef broth
Spices and Herbs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook vegetables: Stir in the peeled and sliced carrots and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add chopped cabbage, shredded corned beef, dried thyme, black pepper, bay leaf, and beef broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer soup: Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Stir in diced potatoes and cook uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.
- Season and garnish: Taste the soup and adjust salt as needed. Remove the bay leaf. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- This soup is a great way to use up leftover corned beef.
- It stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be frozen for longer storage.
- For a bright tang, add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
