Red Cabbage and Sausage Soup

• head red cabbage↗1 head
• kielbasa↗1 lb
• diced tomatoes14 1⁄2 ounces
• chicken broth↗2 cups
• cannellini beans↗15 ounces
• chopped green bell pepper1⁄2 cup
• small onion↗1

  chopped

• garlic1 tablespoon

  minced

• Emeril's Original Essence1 teaspoon
• dried thyme↗1 teaspoon
• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Chop the cabbage into 2 inch chunks.

2. 2

   Cut the kielbasa into coin size pieces.

3. 3

   Chop the vegetables (green pepper and onion).

4. 4

   Drain the beans and rinse.

5. 5

   Brown the sausage, peppers, onions and garlic in a large soup kettle.

6. 6

   Add the tomatoes, beans, seasonings and chicken broth and mix well.

7. 7

   Add the cabbage and cover the kettle and cook on medium heat until the cabbage starts to wilt.

8. 8

   Turn the heat to medium low and simmer with the cover on for 45 minutes to an hour.

9. 9

   When the cabbage is tender and the flavors have blended to your taste serve with a rustic bread and enjoy!