Country Cabbage Soup

So I know it's summer and summer's not really the time we like to eat soup very often, but personally, I love soups. A few months ago while Mum was away and we had more cabbages in the garden then we could poke a stick at, I came across a 'French Cabbage Soup' recipe on the internet. I made it again for tonight and I changed the recipe a little and though I'd share it. I apologise in advance for the dodgy pictures! :)

Country Cabbage Soup

Ingredients

2 cups      onion, diced

2 cups      carrot, diced

2 cups      zucchini, diced

2 cups      potato, diced

4 cups      cabbage, diced

4 litres     chicken stock (approx.)

1/2 cup    flour

1/3 cup    olive oil

salt to taste

mixed herbs to taste

Method

1. make a 'white roux' with the flour and oil by mixing together in a saucepan and simmering for 3-5 minutes stirring regularly.
2. combine remaining ingredients in a large stock-pot and cook until vege's are soft.
3. stir in 'white roux' and season with salt and herbs to taste.
4. simmer to combine flavours and serve.