1 tbsp. corn oil
3 med. apples, peeled & chopped
1/2 c. chopped onion
3 1/2 c. beef broth or bouillon, divided
1 lb. Polish sausage, cut in half lengthwise & then cut in 1/2" slices
1 1/2 c. sliced carrots
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
3 c. shredded cabbage
2 tbsp. cornstarch

In 4 quart saucepot heat corn oil over medium heat. Add apples and onion; stirring frequently, cook 5 minutes or until very tender. Stir in 3 cups broth, sausage, carrots, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in cabbage; simmer 10 minutes longer.

In small bowl mix cornstarch and remaining 1/2 cup broth until smooth. Stir into soup. Stirring constantly, bring to boil over medium heat and boil 1 minute. Makes 8 (1 cup) servings.