Description

There’s something undeniably comforting about a warm bowl of soup, especially when life seems to whirl around us like a tornado. If you’re anything like me, juggling work, family, and a thousand little tasks, you’ll appreciate how easy and satisfying this Cabbage Roll Soup can be. It captures all the delicious flavors of traditional cabbage rolls in one cozy dish. Imagine savoring a rich, hearty broth filled with tender cabbage and savory beef at the end of a busy day. It’s not just a meal; it’s a warm hug served right in your favorite bowl.

Ingredients

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1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups green cabbage, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
3 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice (or instant brown rice)
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Add the bay leaf and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Stir in the uncooked rice. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the cabbage and rice are tender.
Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Discard the bay leaf. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding more spices or herbs as desired.
This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezes well for up to 3 months; reheat gently on the stove.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 60mg