Cabbage Roll Soup

When you’re craving a hearty, flavorful soup that’s easy to make and incredibly satisfying, look no further than this Cabbage Roll Soup. Packed with savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and a rich tomato base, it’s like enjoying the flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls in a cozy, soup form. Perfect for chilly days or meal prepping for the week, this dish is guaranteed to be a family favorite!

1 lb ground beef

1 onion, chopped

3 cups cabbage, chopped

1 cup green beans, cut in half

1 cup celery, chopped

1/2 bell pepper, chopped

1 (796ml) can diced tomatoes

1 (156ml) can tomato paste

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

3 cloves garlic, minced

3/4 cup (about 900ml) broth (vegetable, beef, or chicken)

1 cup minute rice (uncooked)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Brown the Ground Beef:

In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it’s fully browned and cooked through. Once done, transfer the beef to the slow cooker.

Add Vegetables and Liquids:

To the slow cooker, add the chopped onion, cabbage, green beans, celery, and bell pepper. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and your choice of broth (vegetable, beef, or chicken).

Season the Soup:

Stir in the Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together to combine the flavors.

Slow Cook the Soup:

Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7-8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.

Add Rice:

About 15-20 minutes before serving, stir in the uncooked minute rice. It will cook directly in the soup. Check the rice for doneness after about 10 minutes and continue cooking, checking every few minutes, until the rice is fully cooked.

Serve and Enjoy:

Once the rice is done, your Cabbage Roll Soup is ready to serve! Ladle it into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy the comforting, savory goodness of this soul-warming dish.