Kielbasa and Cabbage Soup

Things needed: 1 pound of kielbasa sausage, cut into rounds
Three minced garlic cloves, four cups of chopped green cabbage, three big carrots, three medium potatoes, and one medium onion
6 cups of broth, either veggie or chicken
1.5 ounces (1 can) tomato chunks, squeezed with juice
Just one bay leaf
One teaspoon of smoked paprika, if desired for a smokier taste.
Add seasonings of salt and pepper to taste.
Chop some fresh parsley for the garnish.
Instructions:
Get the Kielbasa browned: To brown the kielbasa slices, prepare a big saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Take out and put aside.
Get the Vegetables Sautéed: Stir in the onion and sauté for another 5 minutes, or until it becomes tender. After 1 minute, when the garlic begins to smell, add it to the pan.
Chop some cabbage, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, bay leaf, and smoked paprika (if using) and throw them in with the broth and vegetables.