Description
Warm and comforting, this Hearty Cabbage Roll Soup combines tender cabbage, savory beef, and rich tomatoes for a delightful meal that feels like a warm hug on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- ½ head green cabbage (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot over medium heat, add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add Onions and Garlic: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Incorporate Cabbage: Add the chopped cabbage to the pot. Stir until it begins to wilt slightly.
- Pour in Broth and Tomatoes: Add beef broth and crushed tomatoes to the mixture. Stir well to combine all flavors.
- Season It Up: Sprinkle in oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to let it simmer gently.
- Let It Simmer: Allow the soup to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until flavors meld together beautifully.
- Serve Hot: Serve in bowls garnished with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread or crackers!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg