Irish Kielbasa Chowder

This yummy chowder will really fill your family up! Serve it with a big loaf of bread and you'll be in heaven!

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  lb kielbasa, sliced 1/8-inch thick
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 4  russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2  cups water
•  salt and pepper
• 1  small cabbage, shredded
• 1  tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 3  cups milk
• 1  cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and kielbasa and brown them well, turning often.
2. Add the next three ingredients to the cooking pot and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for for 20 minutes.
3. Add cabbage and cook for 10 minutes or until tender.
4. Whisk the flour and milk together and add to to soup; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often.
5. Add cheese and cook, stirring until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.