Cabbage Roll Soup
Cabbage roll soup is a hearty, comforting dish that captures all the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls in an easy-to-make soup form.This recipe combines ground meat, cabbage, rice, and a flavorful tomato-based broth, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or mix of beef and pork
- 1 large onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium head of cabbage chopped (about 8 cups)
- 2 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes
- 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- ½ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground meat over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Mix well.
- Add the rice, beef broth, and your chosen herbs and spices. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice and cabbage are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a splash of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy your homemade cabbage roll soup!