Cold Remedy Soup (Ginger-Cabbage soup)

We had some leftover stock and cabbage and I had just bought a glorious fresh piece of ginger to make tea with. So I threw together some stuff and made a soup that was both delicious, warming and comforting! Ginger is known for its powers of helping ease sore throats, colds, indigestion etc: I would definitely make this to soothe a sore throat during a cold, or even just during cold weather! Here's what you need- adjust how you see fit!

Ingredients

• 3 cups low sodium chicken stock + 1-2 cups water
• Small head of green cabbage (or 1/2 head) cleaned and cut into chunks (or thin strips if you prefer)
• 4 green onions thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic peeled (optional)
• 2-3" inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced lengthwise
• Salt, black pepper and white pepper (to taste; adjust to preference)
• 1/4 vegetable stock cube (optional, the soup is tasty enough without this addition! I just like the extra richness.)

Directions

 Add all ingredients to a large pot. Bring to boil and then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for about 30 minutes or until cabbage is tender and becoming translucent.
 
Discard garlic and ginger before serving.


-Enjoy!