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Cabbage Roll Soup

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Cabbage Roll Soup brings together tender cabbage, savory ground meat, tomatoes, and rice in a rich, comforting broth. This easy one-pot meal delivers all the classic flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls without the extra work.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  3. Stir in the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the chopped cabbage and diced carrot, stirring to combine.
  6. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir well.
  7. Add the uncooked rice, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the rice is tender and cabbage is soft.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use brown rice and extend cooking time if preferred.
  • For a lower-carb version, substitute cauliflower rice and reduce broth slightly.
  • Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for deeper flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Add extra broth when reheating if the soup thickens.

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