Description
This hearty and comforting Cabbage Roll Soup is a delicious deconstructed take on classic stuffed cabbage rolls. Packed with lean ground beef, tender cabbage, carrots, and rice in a flavorful tomato and beef broth, it’s an easy one-pot meal perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tsp. vegetable oil
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced finely
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 2 medium carrots, quartered and sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup white rice, uncooked
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 tbsp. light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Brown Beef: In a dutch oven or large soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add lean ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until onions are soft and translucent, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add Vegetables and Liquids: Stir in chopped green cabbage, quartered and sliced carrots, tomato sauce, low-sodium beef broth, uncooked white rice, bay leaf, and light brown sugar. Mix everything thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cover and let cook for about 25 minutes, or until the rice and vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top for a burst of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting cabbage roll soup.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- You can substitute white rice with brown rice, but cooking times may vary.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your taste preference for sweetness.
- For a thicker soup, let it simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes after cooking.
- This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cabbage roll soup, ground beef soup, cabbage soup, comforting soup, easy one pot meal, tomato cabbage soup
