nstant Pot Kielbasa Cabbage Potato Soup

Absolutely! Here’s a recipe for Instant Pot Kielbasa Cabbage Potato Soup:

Instant Pot Kielbasa Cabbage Potato Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups cabbage, chopped
• 3 cups potatoes, diced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Sauté Kielbasa and Aromatics:
   • Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and sliced kielbasa sausage. Cook until the sausage is browned, then remove it from the pot and set it aside.
   • In the same pot, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for a couple of minutes until they begin to soften.
2. Add Vegetables and Seasonings:
   • Add chopped cabbage, diced potatoes, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine the ingredients.
3. Pour in Broth and Pressure Cook:
   • Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pot, ensuring it covers the vegetables. Add the browned kielbasa back into the pot.
   • Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position. Pressure cook on high for 5 minutes.
4. Natural Release and Serve:
   • Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to naturally release for about 5-10 minutes. Then carefully perform a quick pressure release according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
   • Open the lid carefully and stir the soup. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
5. Garnish and Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Yield:

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings.

Note:

Feel free to customize the soup by adding other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrients.

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Instant Pot Kielbasa Cabbage Potato Soup, perfect for a comforting meal!