Roasted Artisan Dew Drop Cabbage Roll Soup

Cozy, hearty, and packed with savory flavor, this Italian Sausage Soup with Roasted Artisan Dew Drop Cabbage is comfort food made for cooler days. Roasted Tanimura & Antle Artisan® Dew Drop Cabbage takes center stage, developing tender layers, caramelized edges, and a hint of char that pairs beautifully with a rich tomato broth filled with Italian sausage, garlic, herbs, and rice. Each cabbage wedge is nestled right into the bowl before the warm soup is ladled around it, creating a delicious combination of hearty and fresh in every spoonful. Finished with fresh parsley, Parmesan, and cracked black pepper, this satisfying soup is perfect for cozy fall dinners, chilly winter evenings, or anytime you're craving a comforting meal with plenty of fresh vegetable flavor.

Ingredients:

For the Grilled Cabbage

2–3 heads Artisan Dew Drop Cabbage, quartered into wedges
1–2 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Soup

1 lb lean Italian sausage
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups beef or vegetable broth
1 cup cooked rice
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley for garnish
Parmesan cheese, for garnish

4 - 6 Servings

15 min Prep

40 min Cook

55 min Total

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Artisan Dew Drop Cabbage

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Quarter the Artisan® Dew Drop Cabbage into wedges, then brush each wedge with olive oil and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 2: Roast the Cabbage

Arrange the cabbage wedges on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender with golden-brown, lightly crisp edges. Set aside while you prepare the soup.

Step 3: Brown the Italian Sausage

In a large pot over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into bite-sized pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the pot.

Step 4: Build the Soup

Add the diced onion and garlic to the sausage and cook until softened and fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.

Step 5: Simmer & Add the Rice

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and broth and stir to combine. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the flavors to come together. Stir in the cooked rice, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 6: Assemble & Serve

Place a roasted Artisan Dew Drop Cabbage wedge in the center of each shallow bowl. Ladle the hot soup over and around the cabbage, leaving some of its beautifully caramelized edges visible. Finish with fresh parsley, Parmesan cheese, a drizzle of olive oil, and freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately for a hearty, comforting meal that lets the roasted cabbage shine.