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Unstuffed Cabbage Soup
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Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup

Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup brings all the cozy flavors of classic cabbage rolls into one easy pot. It is hearty from beef and rice, yet light with tender cabbage and tomato broth. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 325
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium green cabbage chopped (about 6 cups)
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots diced (optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth or vegetable broth
  • ½ –1 cup long-grain or Basmati rice
  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil optional
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1½ tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and carrots. Mince the garlic.
  2. Heat butter or oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef or turkey. Break it up and cook until fully browned.
  5. Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, cayenne, and bay leaf. Cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Add cabbage and carrots. Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth.
  7. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  8. Stir in rinsed rice. Simmer 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender.
  9. Remove bay leaf. Stir in parsley and lemon juice if using.
  10. Adjust salt if needed. Serve warm.
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