Kielbasa Cabbage Soup (South Beach Friendly)  | 
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                                            Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 4  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    This has been a family favorite.  The apples with the kielbasa provide a very different, yet delicious taste.  Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                3 cups coleslaw mix  |  
                                                2 medium carrots, chopped  |  
                                                1/2 cup chopped onion  |  
                                                1/2 cup chopped celery  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon caraway seed  |  
                                                2 tablespoons margarine  |  
                                                2 (32 ounce) cartons chicken broth  |  
                                                3/4-1 lb smoked kielbasa or 3/4-1 lb polish sausage, chopped into pieces  |  
                                                2 medium unpeeled golden delicious apples, chopped  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon pepper  |  
                                                1/8 teaspoon salt  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large saucepan, saute the coleslaw mix, carrots, onion, celery and caraway seeds in butter for 5-8 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients. 2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.                              | 
                         
                         
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