What ingredients do you need to buy in order make cabbage soup?

Here are the ingredients you'll need to make a basic cabbage soup, with some optional additions:

Essential Ingredients:

* Cabbage: 1 medium head, chopped (or use a combination of green and red cabbage for more color and flavor)

* Onion: 1 medium, chopped

* Carrots: 2 medium, chopped

* Celery: 2 stalks, chopped

* Vegetable broth: 4-6 cups (use low sodium for less salt)

* Salt and pepper: to taste

Optional Ingredients:

* Garlic: 2-3 cloves, minced

* Tomato: 1 medium, diced

* Potatoes: 1-2 medium, peeled and diced

* Dried herbs: 1 teaspoon dried thyme, rosemary, or bay leaf

* Fresh herbs: parsley, dill, chives, for garnish

* Sour cream or yogurt: for a creamy topping

Additional Notes:

* The amount of vegetables can be adjusted to your liking. Feel free to add more of your favorite vegetables.

* You can use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth for a richer flavor.

* Add a tablespoon of tomato paste for a deeper, richer flavor.

* Some people like to add a little bit of vinegar or lemon juice for extra tang.

Enjoy your homemade cabbage soup!