Description
A heartwarming dish that combines tender ground beef and fresh cabbage in a savory broth. Perfect for chilly nights, this easy-to-make soup is a family favorite that offers comfort in every bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add oil and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Increase heat slightly, add ground beef, and cook until browned.
- Stir in carrots and cabbage until cabbage starts to wilt.
- Pour in beef broth and diced tomatoes; add seasonings.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Serve warm with fresh parsley on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding potatoes or swapping beef for turkey. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat gently.