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Slovak Sour Cabbage Soup (Kapustnica)

Name: Slovak Sour Cabbage Soup (Kapustnica)
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Slovak
Ingredients: 1 head of sour cabbage; 2 potatoes; 10 oz smoked pork; 1 onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 carrot; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds; Salt and pepper to taste

A hearty soup made with fermented sour cabbage, potatoes, and smoked pork, topped with a slice of apple for sweetness.

60 minutes4 servings

Method

Shred the sour cabbage and cook in a pot with water until tender.
Add chopped potatoes, onion, garlic, carrot, and smoked pork.
Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
Stir in butter and caraway seeds, then season with salt and pepper.
Serve with a slice of apple on top.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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