Cabbage Soup

1/2 head cabbage - chopped/shredded
1c celery
1c onion
1c carrots
1 green bell pepper
2-3 garlic cloves
6c broth - i use homemade vegatable
1t oregano
1t basil
1/2t red pepper flakes
1/2t black pepper
1t salt
2T olive oil
1t lemon juice (opt)
1t soy sauce (opt)

Original recipe calls for 1-14oz can of diced tomatoes w/basil, oregano & garlic. (i omit becuz i don't like toms). If you wish to use add when you add cabbage.

Saute celery, onion, pepper, carrot & garlic in olive oil until slightly tender. Add broth, cabbage & seasonings. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook until cabbage is tender. Adjust seasoning if needed, I added lemon & soy at end.
Serving Size: 1 cup servings