Step 1

Add the bacon to a large heavy bottom pot and fry over medium heat until almost crispy

Step 2

Cut the cabbage in half and remove the outer leaves. Then cut out the core and slice the cabbage in small thin strips.

Step 3

Now add both of the chopped onions and sautee until translucent.

Step 4

Remove the mixture from heat and sprinkle the paprika powder over it. Add 1/2cup of water, return to medium heat and stir until it turns into a slurry.

Step 5

Add the kielbasa slices and mix with the onion bacon mixture.

Step 6

Finally add all of the sliced cabbage (make sure to have a big enough pot) and pour both 32oz containers of beef broth. Add the smashed garlic cloves mixed together with the carraway seeds. Let the soup come to a boil and stir carefully.

Step 7

Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about an hour until the cabbage will be all broken down and soft. Season thoroughly with salt, pepper and with the lemon juice. Serve with a big dollop of sour cream.Enjoy!