Irish Kielbasa Chowder - cooking recipe

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

Preparation

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