Cabbage Roll Soup

Cabbage Roll Soup

6 servings
This cabbage roll soup has all the same flavors as classic baked cabbage rolls, but with way less work! This unstuffed cabbage soup is hearty, filling and the perfect choice for an easy dinner option.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound ground beef

    I use 90% lean

  • 1 onion

    finely diced

  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 cups coarsely chopped green cabbage
  • 2 carrots

    peeled, quartered and sliced

  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 3 8 ounce cans tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  2. 2

    Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until beef is browned, approximately 4-5 minutes. Add the onion and garlic cook for 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the cabbage, carrots, beef broth, tomato sauce, rice, bay leaf and brown sugar to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Bring to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove bay leaf and discard.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Cabbage Roll Soup

Cabbage Roll Soup

45 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving the comforting, savory flavors of classic cabbage rolls but short on time? This unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup delivers all that hearty goodness with a fraction of the effort, making it the perfect easy weeknight dinner you'll want to make again and again. It's a truly satisfying dish that brings warmth and flavor to your table without the fuss.

The brilliance of this Cabbage Roll Soup lies in its simplicity; it captures all the rich, savory notes of traditional baked cabbage rolls without the tedious rolling or layering. By simmering tender ground beef, aromatic vegetables like finely diced onion and minced garlic, and fresh green cabbage in a flavorful tomato and beef broth base, you get that beloved hearty comfort in a single pot. The addition of long grain rice directly into the soup creates a filling, one-bowl meal that comes together quickly.

What truly sets this Cabbage Roll Soup apart is its balanced flavor profile. Each spoonful offers a delightful medley of tender ground beef, sweet green cabbage, and soft rice, all swimming in a rich, tangy tomato-beef broth that's subtly sweetened with brown sugar. The bay leaf adds a deep, aromatic background note, making for a robust and satisfying experience. It's a hearty, filling soup designed for maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it an excellent choice for an easy dinner option on a busy night.

While delicious as is, this unstuffed cabbage soup is incredibly adaptable. You can easily swap the ground beef for ground turkey or pork for a different flavor profile, or even use a plant-based ground for a vegetarian version. For a boost of greens, consider adding spinach or kale in the last few minutes of cooking. If you prefer a richer, tangier soup, a touch more tomato sauce can be added to your liking, or adjust the brown sugar to your preferred level of sweetness. Don't have long grain rice? While the recipe specifies it, ensure any substitution cooks thoroughly within the soup's timeframe.

This comforting Cabbage Roll Soup is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, especially on a chilly evening when you need a hearty, filling meal. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the flavorful broth.

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