Cabbage Roll Soup

Cabbage Roll Soup

6 servings
Cabbage Roll Soup recipe is a delicious dinner recipe that will warm your belly on a cold and crisp fall day. This is the ultimate comfort food!

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • salt and pepper
  • 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

Directions

  1. 1

    In a dutch oven or large soup pot, heat oil over medium-high heat and add ground beef.

  2. 2

    Season ground beef with salt and pepper as desired and cook until browned.

  3. 3

    Add diced onion and minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until onions are tender.

  4. 4

    Add in chopped cabbage, carrots, tomato sauce, beef broth, white rice, bay leaf, and brown sugar and stir to combine.

  5. 5

    Bring soup to a simmer and let cook for about 25 minutes, until rice is tender.

  6. 6

    Take out the bay leaf and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Cabbage Roll Soup

Cabbage Roll Soup

5.0(664)6 servings

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About this Recipe

When the chill sets in, there's nothing quite like a hearty bowl of comfort. This Cabbage Roll Soup recipe delivers all the classic, warming flavors of traditional cabbage rolls, but in an easy-to-make soup format perfect for a crisp fall evening.

This recipe captures the essence of a labor-intensive dish in a fraction of the time. By simmering lean ground beef, tender cabbage, and rice directly in a rich tomato and beef broth, you get deep, savory flavors without the fuss of rolling. It's the ultimate 'comfort food' solution that comes together quickly for a satisfying dinner.

Prepare for a comforting and satisfying meal that will truly warm your belly. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of savory lean ground beef, sweet diced yellow onion, and tender green cabbage, all mingling in a rich, slightly sweet tomato-based broth. The addition of carrots and a bay leaf adds depth, while uncooked white rice cooks right in the pot, adding a lovely texture and heartiness. It's a robust Cabbage Roll Soup, perfect for chasing away the cold.

Customization & Variations

While this Cabbage Roll Soup recipe shines as written, it's incredibly versatile. You can easily:

  • Swap the lean ground beef for ground turkey or pork.
  • For a richer flavor, a splash of Worcestershire sauce can be added with the broth.
  • If you prefer a different grain, consider small pasta like orzo or ditalini instead of white rice, adjusting cooking times as needed.

This hearty Cabbage Roll Soup is the ideal family dinner for those colder evenings. Serve it simply with a side of crusty bread for dipping, or a light green salad to complete the meal.

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