This is a hearty soup perfect for chilly winter days, so flavorful!

1/2 – 1 tablespoon olive oil

1 (16 oz) package smoked Kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/4″ slices

1 – 2 tablespoons butter

2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced

1 medium sweet onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed

1 small head green cabbage, chopped

1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth

1 1/2 – 2 cups water

1 – 2 chicken bouillon cubes

2 medium potatoes, cut into 1/2″ cubes

1 tablespoon packed brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

1/3 cup heavy cream

1  Heat oil in Dutch oven.  Add sausage and cook until browned.  Remove with slotted spoon and set aside.

2  Add butter to Dutch oven and cook carrots and onion over medium heat until soft.  Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

3  Add cabbage and cook and stir for 1 – 2 minutes, until wilted some.

4  Add potatoes, chicken broth, water, bouillon, and brown sugar.  Bring to a simmer, cover and cook until potatoes are tender.

5  Add sausage, pepper, thyme and heavy cream; bring to a simmer until heated through.  Enjoy!

recipe from Spicy Southern Kitchen