Kielbasa, Cabbage and Bacon Soup

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 lb kielbasa, sliced
• 6 cups roughly chopped cabbage (about 1/2 a medium head)
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 6 cups chicken broth
• Freshly grated Parmesan for sprinkling

Instructions

1. In a stockpot over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Use a slotted spoon to remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
2. Add sliced kielbasa and sauté until nicely browned, about 5 minutes. Add onion and cabbage and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook 1 minute more.
3. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until cabbage is tender, about 10 minutes. Season to taste.
4. Serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan.