Description
This Cabbage Roll Soup captures all the flavors of classic cabbage rolls in a hearty and comforting soup. It’s packed with ground beef, tender cabbage, vegetables, and a flavorful tomato-based broth, making it a satisfying and easy-to-prepare meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3/4 cup instant rice
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 32 oz beef broth
- 30 oz tomato sauce
- 28 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Brown and Drain: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add Ingredients and Simmer: Add the diced onion, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, chili powder, brown sugar, instant rice, chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Cook: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Then, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Simmer Until Tender: Continue simmering until the vegetables and rice are tender, about 30 minutes more.
- Serve: Remove the bay leaves before serving.
Notes
- Meat: You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or Italian sausage.
- Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables, such as diced bell peppers or mushrooms.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes and chili powder to your preference.
- Rice: You can use regular long-grain rice instead of instant rice, but you may need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Make Ahead: This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
