Cabbage Roll Soup
Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting dish that brings the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into an easy-to-make soup. Hearty, delicious, and perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil For sautéing
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 4 cups coarsely chopped green cabbage Fresh or thawed frozen
- 2 medium carrots, peeled, quartered, and sliced
- 4 cups beef broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian option
- 3 cans (8 ounce) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
- 1 leaf bay leaf Remove before serving
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar Adds sweetness
- 2 tablespoons parsley For garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the cabbage, carrots, beef broth, tomato sauce, rice, bay leaf, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and discard it.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a side salad. For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce. Customize with other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.