Cabbage Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 head cabbage, shredded
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes or stewed tomatoes (I prefer to used the diced ones seasoned with oregano and basil)
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can green beans, cut style
• 1 cup broccoli
• 1/2 cup mushroom
• 1/2 cup onion
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• chicken broth (enough to cover)
• oregano
• basil
• salt
• pepper
• 1 cup red potatoes, cubed (great for the winter) (optional)
• 1/2 cup carrot (not a carrot fan, but they go good with the soup) (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Combine all vegetables except salt and pepper into a slow cooker or soup pot.

2. 2

   Season with oregano and basil to taste.

3. 3

   Cover with chicken broth. If using a slow cooker, cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours.

4. 4

   If using a pot, bring contents to a boil, reduce heat and simmer on low to medium for at least 30-40 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste as soup cooks.