Make a large batch at once / Add paprika powder if available
Cut onion, carrot, celery, and cabbage into bite-sized pieces
Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté the onion first
Add the carrot, celery, and cabbage in order and stir-fry for 3 minutes
Add tomato and potato and continue stir-frying
Pour in vegetable stock or water and bring to a boil
Add bay leaf, salt, pepper, and herbs
Simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes until vegetables are cooked
Serve the finished Witch's Soup in a bowl