Cabbage Roll Soup Extravaganza
This hearty stuffed cabbage soup combines ground meat, rice, and fresh cabbage in a flavorful broth, making it a comforting meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage finely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 large onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, including juices
- 4 cups beef broth or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste salt and pepper
- to taste fresh parsley finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a splash of oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the diced onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Introduce ground beef or turkey, breaking it into smaller pieces and cooking until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, then add finely chopped cabbage and stir to combine.
- Cook the cabbage for about 5 minutes until it starts to wilt.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices, broth, and tomato paste, then stir in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning; stir in cooked rice during the last 5 minutes if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, serve with crusty bread.