German Beef & Cabbage Soup (Kohlsuppe mit Rindfleisch) - Great Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs beef stew meat (e.g. chuck), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 ribs celery, sliced
• 4 cups green cabbage, shredded or chopped
• 1 large potato, peeled and diced (waxy variety preferred)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for depth)
• 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional but traditional)
• 1 bay leaf
• 6 cups beef broth (or water + bouillon)
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley or chives
• Optional: a splash of apple cider vinegar or a spoonful of sour cream