Hearty TVP and Cabbage Soup

This is a hearty and filling soup, full of flavor which we enjoy over the cold winter months.

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients

• 1½ cups TVP (textured vegetable protein) granules (dry)
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• splash liquid smoke
• pinch salt
• 4-5 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
• splash lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon mixed Italian seasonings
• thyme as garnish

Directions

1. Reconstitute the TVP:
   1. Place the granules in a bowl.
   2. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
   3. Pour the water over the TVP.
   4. Add the soy sauce and liquid smoke and stir well to mix.
   5. Place a plate on top of the bowl so the TVP absorbs all of the liquid.
2. Prepare the vegetables:
   1. Chop the onion, slice the cabbage.
3. Heat the oil in a large soup pot.
4. Add the vegetable bouillon and cabbage.
5. Add the chopped onion and sauté until glassy.
6. Cook until the cabbage is soft yet a bit al dente.
7. Add the can of crushed tomatoes, Italian seasonings and lemon juice.
8. Mix well.
9. When the cabbage is cooked as you prefer it, add the TVP and stir well to mix.
10. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.
11. We served the soup in bowls, garnished with a bot of thyme.