Ingredients:

½ head of cabbage

chopped 1 cup celery

diced 1 cup white or yellow onion

diced 1 cup carrots

diced 1 green bell pepper

diced 2-3 cloves garlic

minced 4 cups chicken broth

14 oz can diced tomatoes

1 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon basil

½ teaspoon red pepper

flakes and cayenne pepper

salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add celery, onions, bell peppers, and carrots.

2. Saute until slightly tender. Stir in garlic. Pour in chicken broth. Stir in tomatoes and cabbage.

3. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat. Cook until cabbage is tender. Stir in oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper and salt (if using) Taste broth and adjust seasoning if needed.

Bon Appetit!