Cabbage Roll Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1 pound ground beef (I use 90% lean)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 4 cups coarsely chopped cabbage
• 2 carrots, peeled, quartered, and sliced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 3 cans tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Instructions

1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over high heat. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the pot. Using a spatula, break it apart and cook until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes.
3. Add Onion and Garlic: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
4. Add Vegetables and Broth: Add the coarsely chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, beef broth, tomato sauce, uncooked rice, bay leaf, and brown sugar to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Bring to a Boil: Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
6. Simmer: Allow the soup to simmer for 25 minutes or until the rice is tender. Be sure to remove and discard the bay leaf.
7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the soup with chopped parsley and serve.
8. Enjoy: Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Cabbage Roll Soup that’s a comforting twist on classic cabbage rolls!

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