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Leftover Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Irish-American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A comforting, hearty soup that transforms leftover corned beef and cabbage into a flavorful, warming meal perfect for chilly nights.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups leftover corned beef, chopped
  • 3 cups leftover cooked cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup diced potatoes (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and thyme; cook another 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in chopped potatoes (if using) and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Add beef broth, bay leaf, and bring to a simmer.
  5. Once simmering, add chopped leftover corned beef and shredded cabbage. Stir to combine.
  6. Simmer for 10–15 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
  7. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Remove bay leaf, ladle into bowls, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Potatoes are optional—add them for more substance.
  • For added depth, stir in ½ cup of cream or milk at the end.
  • Leftover mashed potatoes can be stirred in instead of diced potatoes.
  • Adjust thickness by adding more or less broth.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 2 cups)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg