"This warming, nourishing soup, thickened with rice, is full of soft strands of green cabbage Parmesan is used here in two ways: The rinds are simmered in with the broth, and the cheese is grated and sprinkled on top, adding complexity and body If you like a kick, you can increase the red-pepper flakes, or leave them out entirely for a supremely gentle broth..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 medium leeks, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
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3 garlic cloves, minced or finely grated
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1/8 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving (optional)
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1 small head of green cabbage (about 1¼ pounds), cored and coarsely chopped (about 9 cups)
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1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea or table salt, plus more to taste
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
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2 quarts vegetable or chicken stock
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1 cup long-grain rice
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5 thyme sprigs
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2 Parmesan rinds, or use another 2 tablespoons grated cheese
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1 lemon
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
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1 cup chopped fresh dill or cilantro, or a combination