Corned Beef Cabbage Soup (Printer-friendly)
A comforting blend of tender corned beef, cabbage, and vegetables in a savory broth.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb cooked corned beef brisket, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
05 - 3 celery stalks, sliced
06 - 3 cups green cabbage, chopped
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Broth & Liquids
08 - 8 cups low-sodium beef broth
09 - 1 cup water
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 2 bay leaves
11 - 1 tsp dried thyme
12 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
13 - Salt, to taste
→ Optional Garnish
14 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# How-To Guide:
01 - In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
02 - Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in potatoes, cabbage, bay leaves, thyme, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
04 - Pour in beef broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.
05 - Add cubed corned beef to the pot. Simmer for another 20-30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove bay leaves before serving. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The corned beef infuses every spoonful with deep savory flavor while staying incredibly tender
- Its one of those rare soups that actually tastes better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep
02 -
- The saltiness of your corned beef varies significantly between brands, so always taste the soup before adding any additional salt
- Potatoes continue to absorb liquid as they sit, so your soup will thicken in the refrigerator overnight
03 -
- Leftover corned beef from a St. Patricks Day dinner works perfectly here, but you can also use deli corned beef in a pinch
- Add a spoonful of Dijon mustard to each bowl for a subtle tangy kick that cuts through the richness