CABBAGE AND KIELBASA SOUP 
1/4 c. barley
1 c. water
1 can chicken broth
1 lg. can tomatoes
1 tsp. paprika
1 onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 potatoes, 1/2-inch cubes
1 small head cabbage, cut in 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 lb. Polish kielbasa

Soak barley in enough water to cover for 1 hour. Drain.

Simmer barley in 1 cup water for 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, paprika, minced garlic, onion and cabbage. Simmer 10 minutes more and add the diced potatoes and Kielbasa (diced into small pieces).

Simmer for 20-30 minutes or when potatoes and barley are done.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

 

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