1-First Step: Prep your vegetables and meat. Cut cabbage, carrots, potatoes, onions, and green peppers into large bite-sized pieces. Cut the mixed meats into chunks that are similar in size so each bite feels balanced.

2-Second Step: Layer everything in the soup pot. Start by adding a light amount of cooking oil, then begin layering meat and vegetables alternately. This helps the lonac recipe cook evenly and keeps flavors moving through the liquid.

3-Third Step: Add the wine and water. Pour in 1 to 1.5 cups white wine, then add water with the wine to create enough cooking liquid for gentle simmering. You want a steady, soft cook, not a hard boil.

4-Fourth Step: Season lightly and evenly. Add salt and pepper now so they blend into the sauce while the pot cooks. If you love paprika, you can plan to finish with it later too.

5-Fifth Step: Cook on low to medium heat. Cover the pot and cook for 2 to 2.5 hours on low to medium heat. Do not stir during cooking, because gentle simmering is what keeps the vegetable pieces intact.

6-Sixth Step: Check tenderness near the end. After about 2 hours, test potatoes or carrots with a fork. If they still feel firm, keep simmering until everything is tender and easy to eat.

7-Final Step: Finish and serve. Turn off the heat and finish with paprika if desired. Serve your Bosanski Lonac with crusty bread for scooping up the flavorful juices.