Ingredients
• 1 medium head of green cabbage, cored and chopped
• 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
• 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the Cabbage and Rice: Add the chopped cabbage and uncooked rice to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the cabbage to start to wilt.
- Pour in the Liquids: Carefully pour in the beef or vegetable broth, the can of diced tomatoes (including the juices), and the tomato paste. Stir to combine, making sure to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Season and Simmer: Add the dried oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the spices. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the cabbage is soft.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your preference.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the Cabbage Roll Soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Serve hot and savor every spoonful of this comforting masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch
Keywords: The Ultimate Hearty Cabbage Roll Soup Recipe