Description
Ground Beef and Cabbage Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty, nutritious soup combines seasoned ground beef with tender cabbage, aromatic garlic, and vibrant carrots for a satisfying meal that warms the soul. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this recipe brings families together around the dinner table. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a delicious dish that evokes nostalgic memories of cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in diced carrots and chopped cabbage; cook for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Pour in beef broth and canned tomatoes; stir to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cover partially and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg