Kielbasa and Cabbage Soup

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Generously cover potatoes with water in a large saucepan and season well with salt. Bring to a boil, partially covered, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, 30-40 minutes. Drain and cool until warm, then peel. Keep warm, covered.

   Step 2

   Cook onions in fat with 1/4 teaspoon salt in a heavy 5-6-quart pot over medium-low heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.

   Step 3

   Add stock, 1 1/2 cups water, kielbasa, cabbage, carrots, and celery and simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes.

   Step 4

   Halve or quarter potatoes and put 1 or 2 pieces in each bowl. Ladle soup over potato and top with a dollop of sour cream and some dill.